Paul Vasilionak

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

@RepBrianFitz Thank you!

[Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick 🇺🇸 @RepBrianFitz]

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy need not, and must not, have any deal forced upon him by any outside nation that does not guarantee the security and the sovereignty of the Ukrainian people, the people who elected him with over 73% of the popular vote, in an election that was recognized as free and fair by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), where I served as a Commissioner and Congressional Appointee. Russia has never held such elections.

President Zelenskyy, and all negotiators, need to know this: There is an outcome-determinative number of Members of the United States Congress, from both parties and in both Chambers, who are ready, willing, and able to do whatever it takes to prevent Communist Dictator Vladimir Putin from being rewarded for his illegal invasion, raping, kidnapping, torturing and murdering of the Ukrainian people, including so many women and children. We will use every lever and every vote at our disposal, regardless of the personal or political consequences. This matter is that time-sensitive and it is that existential. It is legacy-defining.

We all want an immediate end to this brutal Russian invasion and killing. For a peace agreement to be fair and lasting, it must be done in a way that holds the Russian invaders accountable, protects the dignity of the Ukrainian victims, and provides for fair and equitable cost-sharing amongst all European nations. To do otherwise would be to encourage future invasions and to perpetuate future heartache and bloodshed.

This is about Peace Through Strength. This is about Patriotic Common Sense. And Patriotic Common Sense is what America must always stand for.

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

I am excited to be heading to my first @STR_Data's Hotel Data Conference in Nashville! Can't wait to spend the next 3 days learning, networking & collaborating with the industry's brightest minds
At Cvent, we deeply value the power of data. If you're attending HDC, let's catch up

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

I was delighted to have met a few outstanding Belarusians today: a 3-times Olympian medalist @A_herasimenia, a remarkable wrestler & a Fair Play award winner Sciapan Papou, a renowned Belarusian historian @TsimafeiA. Always a pleasure to catch up with my dear friend Slava Kiselev

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Marc Chagall was born in Vitebsk, #Belarus, on this day in 1887. His art has left an indelible mark on the world. Experiencing his stunning frescoes at the Opéra Garnier in Paris made me even more proud to be Belarusian. This is a vital part of our heritage we must never forget.

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Keeping Belarusians connected to Europe is crucial—their mobility must be assured. Initiatives to limit border traffic due to the regime's ongoing provocations should target the dictator, not the people. We cannot abandon Belarusians to their fate behind a new iron curtain.

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

@relikt_belarus Выдатная праца!

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

I'm attending the 1ST BELARUSIAN BUSINESS FORUM IN WASHINGTON, DC. on March 1. Join me to network with fellow Belarusians, gain valuable expert insights, and collaborate to overcome challenges facing Belarusian businesses in the US

https://t.co/hQuolExtMz

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

Congratulations to all finalists, but a special shout-out to our strategic partners at Sonesta Hotels, Graduate Hotels, and Accor. Can't wait to congratulate you all in person at Cvent CONNECT 2023 in July. https://t.co/lANCbzt4KN

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Ahead of my visit to @Harvard University today, I talked to the Harvard Gazette about the need to de-recognize the illegitimate Belarus regime, hold the dictator accountable for his crimes & support our repressed civil society.
https://t.co/eC7aYIGTEG

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Terrible news today. Political prisoner Ihar Losik attempted suicide by cutting his hands & neck. He has been on hunger strike for a long time. Now he's in the infirmary. Ihar was sentenced to 15 yrs, his wife Darya is also jailed. The Belarus regime's inhumanity knows no limits.

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

This is the price that Belarusians are paying for the freedom of Ukraine. Railway partisans Dzmitry Klimau & Uladzimir Auramtsau were sentenced to 22 yrs in prison, Yauhien Minkevich to 1,5 yrs. They were shot at during detention. It won't stop the Anti-War Movement in #Belarus.

[Belarusians of Washington DC @BelarusiansDC]

Merry Christmas to those who celebrate today! 🎄

З Калядамі ўсіх тых, хто святкуе сёння! 🎅

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Democratic Belarus stands more united than ever. In 2022, we created the United Transitional Cabinet to defend our independence & sovereignty, restore the rule of law & secure democratic change. I am impressed by the hard work of our Cabinet members & we're just at the beginning!

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

@KGBHelpDesk Вітаю, Наомі! З надыходзячымі Калядамі цябе. Галоўная традыцыя ў нас была 24 снежня збірацца сям'ёй на святочную вячэру, якая складалася з не менш як 12 посных страў. На стол, пад абрус клалі слой сена. За стол мы сядалі з першай зоркай. Мы маліліся і ўзгадвалі усё добрае за год

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Ačiū, Lietuva, for all your solidarity & support the Belarusian democratic movement receives! Long before the revolution of 2020, 🇱🇹 had been standing by the side of those who fight for democracy in Belarus.

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

Ahead of my meetings with 🇨🇦 PM @JustinTrudeau & FM @melaniejoly, I spoke with @AnjaKaradeglija at @nationalpost about the need to isolate Lukashenka's cronies on a political level, close all sanction loopholes & work with the forces of democratic Belarus.
https://t.co/DiFm0CbYTu

[Paul Vasilionak @pvasilionak]

@by_emb_bg

[Franak Viačorka @franakviacorka]

Lukashenka had grossly violated international law multiple times.
He had tortured & beaten protesters.
He hijacked the Ryanair aircraft.
He weaponized migration against 🇪🇺.
He supported 🇷🇺 invasion of 🇺🇦.
Until he's out of power, no one can sleep peacefully in Eastern Europe.

[Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya @Tsihanouskaya]

After two months in a punishment cell under inhuman & appalling conditions, my husband Siarhei was moved & is again allowed to receive & send letters in prison. He will be happy for every letter - please write & let him know that we are waiting for his release. Write to ⬇️