The presidential election in Belarus took place, leading to widespread protests against the alleged electoral fraud by President Alexander Lukashenko.
In History, Today on August 9
Today we explore events from the year 48 to the year 2020. Events span the globe, from the countries of Belarus, India, Russia, Singapore, United Kingdom, England, United States, Italy, Brazil, Germany, Netherlands, Vatican City, Roman Empire (modern-day Turkey), Japan, Byzantine Empire (modern-day Turkey), Greece.