Mother's Day in Belarus

Belarusians celebrate the holiday dedicated to mothers on October 14. Although Mother's Day is a working holiday, it is widely celebrated throughout the county. The day is marked with official ceremonies aimed at recognizing the significant role mothers play in Belarusian society. Children congratulate their mothers on the holiday, giving them handmade gifts and greeting cards.

In Belarus, any dissent is met with fierce reprisals. Those who dare to say a word against the authorities are fired, beaten, and even sentenced to death. One of the mothers wrote: "My baby elephant, my kitten, my baby boy. Your mother will not allow you to lose your life. We are against war! Let evil sons go under the bombs!"