Anatol Kotau, a former sports official in Belarus, has gone missing in Turkey after being unreachable for over a week. His disappearance has sparked concern among those who know him, with many suspecting foul play. Kotau was known for his vocal opposition to the authoritarian regime of President Alexander Lukashenko, making him a target for retribution.
The Belarusian secret service has reportedly issued warnings to dissidents about the risks of retaliation, which has heightened fears surrounding Kotau’s case. While the Turkish authorities have not officially commented on the matter, his family and colleagues are calling for action to locate him. The situation has drawn attention to the precarious position of political dissidents in Belarus, where the government has a history of silencing opposition figures.