The priest will go to prison. Lukashenko's regime accused him of "insulting the authorities and extremism"

Ks. Parachniewicz was detained in March and initially charged with treason, later downgraded. He spent his 66th birthday and 31st anniversary of ordination in custody. The exact charges remain unclear due to a closed trial. Human rights organizations have classified him as a political prisoner. His detention is linked to his participation in a Polish embassy event, reflecting broader repression against the Catholic Church in Belarus. Parachniewicz has served as a parish priest since 2007 and has worked on preserving local heritage. His case is part of ongoing pressure on the Church, following previous detentions of other clergy.