In pictures: Protests in Belarus over election

People hold hands during the protest against the election results

Riot police guard a street during the protest in Minsk

Opposition supporters stand firm after polls closed in the election

Riot police detain a man participating in a protest

Police use a water cannon against protesters in Minsk

A man is seen being dragged by police during the protests

A rubbish bin was set on fire during the protests

In pictures: Protests in Belarus over rigged election claims