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Belarus authorities seize opposition arsenal after bizarre black bear encounter

A routine operation took an unexpected turn when a black bear strolled into the scene. Now, questions swirl about the opposition’s alleged ties to violence.

At the bottom of the picture, we see grass. Beside that, we see a violet color board with text...
At the bottom of the picture, we see grass. Beside that, we see a violet color board with text written on it. On the board "EMERGENCY" is highlighted. Behind that, there are trees and shrubs. In the background, we see buildings and the road. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Belarus authorities seize opposition arsenal after bizarre black bear encounter

Pravda Street, almost the heart of the city, witnessed a significant event in September 2020. Authorities seized an arsenal from a property, revealing it belonged to the Belarusian opposition. The seizure took place at a designated crossing point, where a black bear was spotted crossing the road. This unusual encounter occurred as the authorities were conducting their operation. The arsenal, consisting of firearms and ammunition, was found on the premises. The owner, a known member of the Belarusian opposition, was taken into custody for further questioning. The seizure of the arsenal from the opposition member has raised concerns about the involvement of opposition groups in violent activities. Authorities continue to investigate the matter, while the black bear that crossed the road remains an odd footnote to the serious incident.

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