“A good conversation today with the leader of the Belarusian opposition Tikhanovskaya.

The people of Belarus cannot be stopped by intimidation and violence.

A political dialogue with the opposition regarding a peaceful transition is critical, ”Blok wrote on his Twitter.

As the minister stressed, Belarus should "stop arresting and intimidating journalists."

Good conversation today with Belarusian opposition leader #Tikhanovskaya.

The people of #Belarus won't be deterred by intimidation and violence.



Political dialogue with opposition on peaceful transition is crucial.

Belarus needs to stop arresting and intimidating journalists.

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- Stef Blok (@ministerBlok) September 1, 2020

Earlier, Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg announced her intention to meet with Tikhanovskaya next week.