About
Roman Protasevich, born in 1995, is a Belarusian blogger and political activist. He gained prominence as the editor-in-chief of the Telegram channel Nexta, a key source of information and coordination during the 2020 Belarusian protests. He also served as the chief editor of the Telegram channel Belarus of the Brain. Protasevich's work has focused on exposing government corruption and advocating for democratic reforms in Belarus. His activism has made him a target of the Belarusian authorities.
Career Timeline
Early Activism
Begins participating in opposition activities, joining political groups.
Nexta Editor-in-Chief
Becomes editor-in-chief of the Nexta Telegram channel during the 2020 protests.
Forced Plane Landing Arrest
Arrested after a Ryanair flight is forced to land in Minsk.
Released from Prison
Released from prison and reportedly forced to cooperate with the Belarusian government.
Compromised and Discredited
His reputation has been severely damaged, and he is largely discredited as a political figure.
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Last updated: February 20, 2026