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 Netherlands, Vatican City, Japan, India, United States, Germany, Greece, Belarus, United Kingdom, Italy, Byzantine Empire (modern-day Turkey), Roman Empire (modern-day Turkey), England, Brazil, Russia, Singapore.