Belarus opposition leader Sviatlana Tikhanouskaya says her supporters have begun a nationwide strike after President Lukashenko ignored a midnight deadline to resign.
Hundreds of students have gathered outside universities in the capital Minsk clapping and chanting slogans. And local media reported groups of strikers at many major state-controlled enterprises.
But government spokeswoman Alexandra Isaeva said on Monday morning all companies were "operating in routine mode".
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More News On The Unrest In Belarus
Belarus opposition calls nationwide strike as Lukashenko’s deadline to quit expires -- France 24 Belarus strike action begins -- DW
Workers and students in Belarus launch anti-Lukashenko strike -- The Guardian
Belarus Protesters Call for General Strike Against Lukashenko -- New York Times
