Til Schweiger Faces Backlash for Praising Belarus Amid Human Rights Concerns

The actor defends his comments, claiming they were taken out of context during a promotional event in the authoritarian state.

Til Schweiger, in Belarus for a commercial shoot, described the country as 'clean and safe,' sparking controversy due to its human rights record.
Belarus, led by Alexander Lukashenko, is criticized for political repression and human rights abuses, with over 1300 political prisoners reported.
Schweiger's comments were amplified by the state news agency BelTA, leading to widespread criticism on social media platforms.
In response to the backlash, Schweiger clarified on Instagram that his remarks were intended solely for the promotional context and not as political endorsements.
The actor emphasized that his statements were misinterpreted and distanced himself from any ideological implications associated with them.