Belarusian Activist Arrested in Dramatic Warsaw Chase

A Belarusian political activist, Andrey (Hussar) Burzhinsky, former head of the opposition group "Popular Rushenie", was dramatically arrested in Warsaw, Poland. Police pursued him through the city center before apprehending him. Authorities later discovered three kilograms of psychotropic substances in his possession. While Polish authorities have indicated Burzhinsky was no longer affiliated with their movement, the incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Belarus and its neighbors. The arrest was described by some as 'epic'. The incident raises questions about the activities of Belarusian exiles in Poland and the potential for future conflicts.