Nobel Peace Prize awarded to activists from Belarus, Russia, Ukraine

The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to jailed Belarus rights activist Ales Bialiatski, along with the non-profit organizations Center for Civil Liberties and Memorial.

"Through their consistent efforts in favor of human values and anti-militarism and principles of law, this year’s laureates have revitalized and honored Alfred Nobel’s vision of peace and fraternity between nations, a vision most needed in the world today," she told reporters in Oslo.

The award follows a tradition of highlighting groups and activists trying to prevent conflicts, alleviate hardship and protect human rights.