charged in absentia with offences that fall under Article 361 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Belarus No. 275 of 9 July 1999. This provision relates, to public calls for actions that may harm national security, including appeals for sanctions,. GB.353/INS/7/(Rev.1) According to information received by OHCHR, the legal proceedings against him, as well as ongoing harassment against his relatives in Belarus, appear to be directly linked to his cooperation with the International Labour Organization (ILO) (GB.353/NSP/PV, para 223). 14. Following the commencement of criminal proceedings against Mr. Pazniakou, state officials reportedly conducted five visits to the residence of his 75-year-old mother, where he remains officially registered. These visits included one search of the premises, three interrogations, and one attempt to locate him. During these visits, officials informed his mother that he had been placed on a national “wanted” list. However, no procedural documents were presented to her, nor did she receive any formal notification or legal documentation. The repeated visits and interactions have reportedly caused significant emotional distress to Mr. Pazniakou’s elderly mother. Her advanced age, combined with the psychological impact of these events, have reportedly affected her well-being and her memory.