The European Humanities University has responded to the decision by Belarus’s Supreme Court to declare EHU an “extremist organisation”. In a statement, the university said it would continue its work.
“EHU is an international academic community of students, faculty, and researchers united by the values of open dialogue, knowledge, and freedom of expression. The University continues its activities in accordance with these principles and remains a space for education and development,” the university said in a short statement published on its website.
The office of Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya said on Tuesday that accusations against EHU of “destabilisation”, “working for special services” and “preparing Western scenarios” have no legal basis and are propaganda aimed at justifying repression. The office noted that declaring EHU “extremist” threatens the safety of thousands of students and lecturers.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys on Tuesday called the Belarusian authorities’ decision to declare EHU an “extremist organisation” outrageous and expressed support for the university.
