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Summary Police dispersed a regular weekly 'silent' protest in Belarussian capital Minsk, detained dozens.
Hundreds of protesters turned out in the Belorussian capital, Minsk, in a silent protest against authoritarian form of government and economic hardship. The protest has become a regular weekly feature.The protesters chant no slogans, and remain largely silent apart from some rhythmic clapping of hands during the protest.Dozens of protesters were detained by the police, though the exact number was still unknown.
