Lukashenko health rumours swirl amid claim he was hospitalised after meeting Putin
1 year, 9 months ago

Lukashenko health rumours swirl amid claim he was hospitalised after meeting Putin

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Valery Tsepkalo, a 2020 Belarusian presidential candidate and opposition leader, claimed in a Telegram post at the weekend that the 68-year-old Mr Lukashenko was in hospital in Moscow in “critical condition” following a meeting with Russia’s Vladimir Putin. Mr Tsepkalo claimed that the Belarusian leader was “urgently transported to Moscow’s Central Clinical Hospital after his closed-door meeting with Putin”, while admitting that the information was “subject to further confirmation”. Mr Tsepkalo also rejected the “orchestrated efforts” by the Belarusian government to downplay concerns around Mr Lukashenko’s health, and called it an attempt to save the Kremlin from blame over its “alleged involvement in his poisoning”. “It’s nothing more than chatter on messengers and Telegram channels.” In an interview that was aired on Russia’s state television late on Sunday, Mr Lukashenko said that if any other country wanted to join a Russia-Belarus union there could be “nuclear weapons for everyone”.

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Lukashenko in power for 31 years: Why is Belarusian leader called 'Europe's last dictator'?
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2 months ago

Lukashenko in power for 31 years: Why is Belarusian leader called 'Europe's last dictator'?

Firstpost  

Alexander Lukashenko has extended his 31-year rule by winning a controversial seventh term in Belarus. File Image/Reuters Alexander Lukashenko, often referred to as “Europe’s last dictator,” has ruled Belarus for over three decades. Why Lukashenko is called “Europe’s last dictator” Lukashenko’s political journey began in 1994 when he was elected as Belarus’s first president after the collapse of the Soviet …

Belarus election is poised to extend 30-year rule of ‘Europe’s last dictator’
2 months ago

Belarus election is poised to extend 30-year rule of ‘Europe’s last dictator’

The Hindu  

The last time Belarus staged a presidential election in 2020, authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko was declared the winner with 80% of the vote. Mr. Lukashenko was dubbed “Europe’s last dictator” early in his tenure, and he has lived up to that nickname, harshly silencing dissent and extending his rule through elections that the West has called neither free nor fair. …

Terrified dictator Lukashenko pleads with Putin and Zelensky to agree a peace deal - with the Belarus leader fearing Ukraine's troops now plan an incursion into his nation
7 months, 1 week ago

Terrified dictator Lukashenko pleads with Putin and Zelensky to agree a peace deal - with the Belarus leader fearing Ukraine's troops now plan an incursion into his nation

Daily Mail  

Terrified dictator Alexander Lukashenko has urged Russia and Ukraine to agree a peace deal to avoid the war spilling over into Belarus. President Lukashenko, a key ally of Vladimir Putin, said he fears Kyiv's troops are now planning an incursion into his nation after they launched a cross-border offensive in Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko …

Belarus’ authoritarian leader names new foreign minister and reshuffles other top officials
9 months ago

Belarus’ authoritarian leader names new foreign minister and reshuffles other top officials

Associated Press  

TALLINN, Estonia — Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko on Thursday reshuffled his top officials in what observers saw as part of maneuvering ahead of the 2025 presidential election. As part of the government changes announced Thursday, Lukashenko named Maksim Ryzhankou as the new foreign minister to replace Sergei Aleinik, who had spent less than two years on the job. Pavel Latushkа, …

Vladimir Putin ‘Appeared Frail’ During Meeting With Belarus’ Lukashenko: Report
10 months ago

Vladimir Putin ‘Appeared Frail’ During Meeting With Belarus’ Lukashenko: Report

News 18  

Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared ‘frail’, ‘off-colour’ during a meeting with Belarusian ally Alexander Lukashenko in Minsk this week. It said that Putin appeared “tired and rundown” during a press conference where he briefed reporters on the gains made by Russian soldiers in Ukraine’s Kharkiv. Vladimir Putin said Russia is willing to hold talks about the war in Ukraine but …

‘I urged Prigozhin to watch out…Wagner will live in Belarus’: President Lukashenko
1 year, 7 months ago

‘I urged Prigozhin to watch out…Wagner will live in Belarus’: President Lukashenko

Hindustan Times  

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Friday that he had warned Russian mercenary chiefs Yevgeny Prigozhin and Dmitry Utkin to watch out for possible threats to their lives, and he insisted that Wagner fighters would remain in Belarus. Lukashenko said that during the mutiny he had warned Prigozhin that he would "die" if he continued to march on Moscow, to …

Putin not pushing Belarus to join Ukraine war, Lukashenko says
1 year, 7 months ago

Putin not pushing Belarus to join Ukraine war, Lukashenko says

Al Jazeera  

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko says Russian leader has achieved ‘goals’ in Ukraine and it is now time to negotiate. Russian President Vladimir Putin is not pushing Belarus into joining the war in Ukraine, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said, but he warned that Minsk would respond to external aggression including the use of Russia’s nuclear weapons deployed in his country. In …

Putin, Lukashenko to meet after Russia warns about aggression against Belarus
1 year, 8 months ago

Putin, Lukashenko to meet after Russia warns about aggression against Belarus

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko will meet on Sunday, the Kremlin said, two days after Moscow warned that any aggression against its neighbour and staunchest ally would be considered an attack on Russia. After Poland decided earlier this week to move military units closer to its border with Belarus in response to the arrival in Belarus …

Lukashenko says he convinced Putin not to 'wipe out' Prigozhin, while Zelenskyy calls Russian leaders 'bandits'
1 year, 8 months ago

Lukashenko says he convinced Putin not to 'wipe out' Prigozhin, while Zelenskyy calls Russian leaders 'bandits'

ABC  

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko says he persuaded Russian President Vladimir Putin not to "wipe out" Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin, in response to what the Kremlin cast as a mutiny that pushed Russia towards civil war. Key points: The president of Belarus says he told Vladimir Putin "not to rush" to wipe out the Wagner Group Belarusian opposition figures say …

Lukashenko reveals the astonishing conversations he had at the weekend with Prigozhin
1 year, 8 months ago

Lukashenko reveals the astonishing conversations he had at the weekend with Prigozhin

Daily Mail  

Belarus dictator Alexander Lukashenko has revealed the astonishing conversations he had at the weekend with Yevgeny Prigozhin, noting that Vladimir Putin was furious that the Wagner chief wouldn't take his calls during the brief uprising. Lukashenko warned Prigozhin that the Kremlin would never fulfill his demand to oust Russian defence miniter Shoigu and the chief of the general staff, General …

Belarus role in Russia-Wagner feud ‘boosts Lukashenko’s clout’
1 year, 9 months ago

Belarus role in Russia-Wagner feud ‘boosts Lukashenko’s clout’

Al Jazeera  

President Alexander Lukashenko has trumpeted his ‘peacekeeping’ role in quelling the Wagner mercenary group’s rebellion in Russia, raising questions about his motives. So when Lukashenko’s press service on Saturday night trumpeted his “peacekeeping” role in quelling the Wagner private army’s rebellion in neighbouring Russia, the biggest question was: What’s in it for him? “If Prigozhin stays in Belarus and manages …

Belarus leader Lukashenko’s purported mediation in Kremlin crisis stretches credibility to the limit
1 year, 9 months ago

Belarus leader Lukashenko’s purported mediation in Kremlin crisis stretches credibility to the limit

CNN  

CNN — Nearly three years ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin stood by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in his hour of need, backing Europe’s longest-running dictator as he faced a wave of street protests. A quick recap: A major crisis shook the foundations of the Russian state Saturday, as forces loyal to Wagner mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin marched toward Moscow. The …

Poisoning? Belarus president rushed to hospital after meeting with Vladimir Putin
1 year, 9 months ago

Poisoning? Belarus president rushed to hospital after meeting with Vladimir Putin

Hindustan Times  

Belarus president Alexander Lukashenko was "urgently" taken to a hospital in Moscow and is now in critical condition after meeting Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, Belarus's opposition leader Valery Tsepkalo informed. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko attend a meeting. The Belarus president remains under the care of leading specialists to "address his critical condition" and blood purification …

Belarus President 'poisoned'? Lukashenko rushed to hospital after meeting with Putin in Moscow
1 year, 9 months ago

Belarus President 'poisoned'? Lukashenko rushed to hospital after meeting with Putin in Moscow

India TV News  

In a major development, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko, who is currently in Moscow, was rushed to the hospital amid reports of being "poisoned" after holding a crucial meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Although there was no official confirmation from either side, Belarus's opposition leader Valery Tsepkalo, in a social media post, alleged Russia was behind Lukashenko's alleged poisoning. …

Photos, video of Belarus leader emerge after days of absences that sparked health rumors
1 year, 10 months ago

Photos, video of Belarus leader emerge after days of absences that sparked health rumors

Associated Press  

TALLINN, Estonia — For nearly a week, the whereabouts of Belarus’ authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko have been a mystery. Then came Monday’s state news report on his appearance at the central command post of the Belarusian air force, although there was no explanation of his recent absences or report on his health. Russian lawmaker Konstantin Zatulin told Russian media Sunday …

Alexander Lukashenko health: Belarus leader misses key state event prompting ill health rumours
1 year, 10 months ago

Alexander Lukashenko health: Belarus leader misses key state event prompting ill health rumours

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Belarus’s president Alexander Lukashenko has …

Belarus president and firm Russia ally Lukashenko to visit China
2 years ago

Belarus president and firm Russia ally Lukashenko to visit China

Al Jazeera  

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko’s visit to Beijing comes as China’s relations with the US have plummeted. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has praised China’s predominant role in world affairs saying that no one could contain its growth and no problem in the world can be resolved without Beijing’s input. “Today, no one can contain China or stop its development,” Lukashenko told …

Alexander Lukashenko: Belarus leader and Putin ally to visit China this week
2 years, 1 month ago

Alexander Lukashenko: Belarus leader and Putin ally to visit China this week

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Alexander Lukashenko, the president of Belarus and a close ally …

Video of Vladimir Putin's ‘fidgety legs’ during meet sparks health speculation
2 years, 1 month ago

Video of Vladimir Putin's ‘fidgety legs’ during meet sparks health speculation

Hindustan Times  

A video of Vladimir Putin from a meeting Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko showed the Russian president constantly moving his legs and feet sparking speculation about his state of health. Vladimir Putin Health: Russian President Vladimir Putin listens to Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko during a meeting. Since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine last year, there have been numerous reports …

Svetlana Tikhanovskaya: How a former teacher with no political ambitions is taking on Belarus' strongman
2 years, 2 months ago

Svetlana Tikhanovskaya: How a former teacher with no political ambitions is taking on Belarus' strongman

Firstpost  

Moscow: Svetlana Tikhanovskaya has gone from soft-spoken political newcomer to world-renowned Belarusian Opposition figure despite never having had political ambitions. Since being forced to flee Belarus in 2020, she has urged greater Western pressure on Belarusian strongman Alexander Lukashenko who has lent his country as a staging ground for Russia’s operations in Ukraine. Like thousands of Belarusians, Tikhanovskaya was forced …

Fears Belarus could be pulled into Ukraine war as Putin meets Lukashenko
2 years, 3 months ago

Fears Belarus could be pulled into Ukraine war as Putin meets Lukashenko

The Independent  

Russia’s president Vladimir Putin is visiting Belarus along with his defence and foreign ministers, as fears grow in Kyiv that Moscow wants to push its closest ally into a new ground offensive in Ukraine. At the weekend, Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky had warned that Russia could be planning another major ground offensive early next year and he was ready for …

Putin on 'extremely difficult situation' as Ukraine seeks end to war: Top 10
2 years, 3 months ago

Putin on 'extremely difficult situation' as Ukraine seeks end to war: Top 10

Hindustan Times  

Ten months into the Ukraine war and with no end in sight, Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to demonstrate a defiant stand over the conflict. Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a news conference with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko following their meeting in Minsk, Belarus December 19, 2022. The situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics, in the Kherson and …

Vladimir Putin heads for Belarus amid fears of new assault on Ukraine
2 years, 3 months ago

Vladimir Putin heads for Belarus amid fears of new assault on Ukraine

The Hindu  

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin flies to Belarus on Monday amid fear in Kyiv that he intends to pressure the former Soviet ally to join a new ground offensive against Ukraine and reopen a new front. Foreign diplomats say Mr. Lukashenko, a pariah in the West who relies heavily on Russian support, understands it would be a deeply unpopular step at …

As Vladimir Putin gets desperate in Ukraine, could he force an indebted friend to send help from Belarus?
2 years, 3 months ago

As Vladimir Putin gets desperate in Ukraine, could he force an indebted friend to send help from Belarus?

ABC  

With Russia's president, Vladimir Putin, humiliated again and again on the battlefields of Ukraine, he may be preparing to cash in a favour owed to him by one of his closest allies, Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko. Mr Lukashenko claimed that his and Putin's men are working as a "single army" prepared to "repel any aggression". However, Mr Lukashenko — the …

Belarus foreign minister dies suddenly after speculation he'd been discussing secret peace plan
2 years, 4 months ago

Belarus foreign minister dies suddenly after speculation he'd been discussing secret peace plan

Daily Mail  

The foreign minister of Russian ally Belarus died suddenly today at the age of 64, it was announced in Minsk. Career spy Makei had been foreign minister for a decade and was due tomorrow and Monday to host Vladimir Putin's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov in Minsk. Mr Makei met with the Pope's envoy Ante Jozić yesterday amid speculation they were …

Belarus warns against pushing nuclear-armed Russia ‘into corner’
2 years, 5 months ago

Belarus warns against pushing nuclear-armed Russia ‘into corner’

Al Jazeera  

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, days after reigniting concerns he could commit his army to support Russian forces in Ukraine, has warned against forcing his key ally “into a corner”, saying Russia has nuclear weapons for a reason. You can’t cross them.” In recent weeks, there has been growing concern that Russian President Vladimir Putin may resort to nuclear weapons since …

Volunteers who fled authorities in Belarus fight for Ukraine in hopes it will help change things in their homeland
2 years, 10 months ago

Volunteers who fled authorities in Belarus fight for Ukraine in hopes it will help change things in their homeland

ABC  

One is a restaurateur who fled Belarus when he learned he was about to be arrested for criticising President Alexander Lukashenko. Key points: Mr Lukashenko has stood by his ally Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling Mr Putin his "big brother" After Mr Lukashenko was elected to a sixth term in elections seen as fraudulent, massive street protests were met with …

Belarus urges Russia-led military alliance to unite against West
2 years, 10 months ago

Belarus urges Russia-led military alliance to unite against West

Al Jazeera  

Lukashenko, a key ally of Moscow, accused the West of supporting Nazi ideas and of being ‘at war with Russia’ in Ukraine. “Without a united front, the collective West will build up pressure on the post-Soviet space,” Lukashenko said, addressing President Putin and the leaders of Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. Sanctions imposed on Belarus have blocked $16-$18bn worth of …

Putin cancer rumours grow amid signs of ill health, as ‘insider’ report suggests he could hand over power
2 years, 10 months ago

Putin cancer rumours grow amid signs of ill health, as ‘insider’ report suggests he could hand over power

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The rumours appear to have …

Is Vladimir Putin sick? The speculation around the Russian president’s health
2 years, 11 months ago

Is Vladimir Putin sick? The speculation around the Russian president’s health

Firstpost  

In recent videos and photographs, the Russian strongman appears frail and fidgety with tremors in his hand. Putin is celebrating Orthodox Easter alongside the mayor of Moscow, Sergei Sobyanin, who he normally does this with instead of the actual family he doesn’t acknowledge in public pic.twitter.com/S0lwXwboex — max seddon April 23, 2022 Photographs and videos of a nervy Putin are …

Russia-Ukraine war: Lukashenko demands role in talks
2 years, 11 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Lukashenko demands role in talks

Al Jazeera  

Belarusian president says his country must be involved in talks and that there can be no deal ‘behind Belarus’s back’. Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has said his country must be involved in negotiations to resolve the war in Ukraine and that he expected to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the coming days. “There can be no separate …

Australia sanctions Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, more Russians
3 years ago

Australia sanctions Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, more Russians

ABC  

The federal government has sanctioned the Belarusian President and members of his family, as well as 22 more Russian propagandists, in response to their role in the war in Ukraine. Key points: Alexander Lukashenko, his son and his wife have all now been sanctioned They have been sanctioned for offering military and strategic support to Russia The federal government says …

Ukraine claims Belarus troops have crossed border after Lukashenko denied plans to join Putin’s war
3 years ago

Ukraine claims Belarus troops have crossed border after Lukashenko denied plans to join Putin’s war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Shortly after the Ukrainian parliament tweeted, Mr Lukashenko said …

While Ukraine is resisting Putin, Belarus is becoming his puppet
3 years ago

While Ukraine is resisting Putin, Belarus is becoming his puppet

Al Jazeera  

The events of the past days demonstrate that Lukashenko is increasingly losing decision-making power to the Kremlin. Belarusian Foreign Minister Vladimir Makei pledged that all Russian troops would leave Belarus after the Russia-Belarus military exercises “Union Resolve” concluded. Although for the time being there have been no confirmed reports of Belarusian armed forces fighting alongside Russian ones, Lukashenko recently stated …

Who is Europe’s ‘last dictator’ Alexander Lukashenko?
3 years ago

Who is Europe’s ‘last dictator’ Alexander Lukashenko?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Prior to open warfare erupting last week, the country’s …

Europe’s ‘last dictator’: Who is Belarus’s Alexander Lukashenko?
3 years, 4 months ago

Europe’s ‘last dictator’: Who is Belarus’s Alexander Lukashenko?

Al Jazeera  

A brief history of the country’s first and only president accused of masterminding a new migration crisis. Dubbed “Europe’s last dictator” 20 years ago at a time when Putin was seen as a pro-Western political newcomer, Lukashenko is used to withstanding Western criticism and sanctions. “Lukashenko’s crisis is caused by the nullification of these factors – he still controls the …

Why chaos in eastern Europe is never bad news for Vladimir Putin
3 years, 4 months ago

Why chaos in eastern Europe is never bad news for Vladimir Putin

CNN  

CNN — Alarm bells are ringing in Europe’s halls of diplomacy. On Monday, NATO’s Secretary-General warned Moscow against “potential aggressive actions” after Ukrainian officials estimated there were 90,000 Russian troops “near the border and in the temporarily occupied territories,” as well as in the Black Sea. French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel called on Russia to “adopt …

‘Europe’s last dictator’ raises the stakes with the West
3 years, 4 months ago

‘Europe’s last dictator’ raises the stakes with the West

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — For most of his 27 years as Belarus’ authoritarian president, Alexander Lukashenko’s repressions and truculent statements frequently offended the West. His disdain for democratic norms and the country’s dismal human rights record has made Belarus a pariah in the West, bringing him the sobriquet of “Europe’s last dictator.” The 67-year-old Lukashenko prefers to be styled as “Batka” — …

Belarus leader seeks to empower son in succession move
3 years, 11 months ago

Belarus leader seeks to empower son in succession move

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Belarus’ authoritarian leader says he will change the law on presidential succession so that power in the Eastern European nation will be transferred if he dies to the national security council where his son plays a prominent role. Lukashenko himself is the head of the national security council, but his eldest son Viktor also has a seat …

Belarus leader to amend emergency power transfer to empower son
3 years, 11 months ago

Belarus leader to amend emergency power transfer to empower son

Al Jazeera  

Alexander Lukashenko to change law so that national security council, where his son plays prominent role, assumes power in event of a president’s death while in office. Belarus’s longtime leader Alexander Lukashenko has said he will change the law on presidential succession so that the national security council, where his son plays a prominent role, assumes power in the event …

They wanted democracy for Belarus. Instead they say they were beaten and raped by police
4 years ago

They wanted democracy for Belarus. Instead they say they were beaten and raped by police

CNN  

Kiev, Ukraine – Sergei stood on a small sheet of ice in the Dnieper River and breathed in the icy air hard. “The feeling is indescribable, and I am all alone here.” Hundreds of thousands of Belarusians attended mass protests across the country last year following Lukashenko’s declaration of victory in the August vote. After being presented with a summary …

Russia’s Putin hosts Belarusian president for talks in Sochi
4 years, 1 month ago

Russia’s Putin hosts Belarusian president for talks in Sochi

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted his Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko for talks on Monday, amid media reports suggesting that the leader of Belarus was coming to Russia to secure another loan. Earlier this month, the Kommersant newspaper cited government sources saying that another loan, this time of over $3 billion, would be discussed during Lukashenko’s visit to Russia. …

Long-time Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko 'must go', says French president Emmanuel Macron
4 years, 6 months ago

Long-time Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko 'must go', says French president Emmanuel Macron

Firstpost  

Thousands of Belarusians have taken part in huge rallies since the 9 August presidential election, which they say was rigged in favor of Lukashenko Paris: France is stepping up the pressure on Belarus’ longtime leader Alexander Lukashenko, with President Emmanuel Macron telling a prominent French weekly that “Lukashenko must go.” The European Union said on Thursday it does not recognize …

France’s Macron says Belarus leader Lukashenko ‘has to go’
4 years, 6 months ago

France’s Macron says Belarus leader Lukashenko ‘has to go’

Al Jazeera  

EU refuses to recognise Lukashenko as legitimate president of ex-Soviet republic as Minsk slams foreign intervention. French President Emmanuel Macron said Belarus’s leader Alexander Lukashenko has to step down, in comments to a French weekly published on Sunday. “It’s clear he has to go,” he told Le Journal du Dimanche, speaking days after the European Union refused to recognise Lukashenko …

Lukashenko abruptly sworn in, Belarus opposition calls for more protests
4 years, 6 months ago

Lukashenko abruptly sworn in, Belarus opposition calls for more protests

Firstpost  

By Andrei Makhovsky MINSK - Ignoring calls for an end to his 26-year grip on power, President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus was sworn in for a sixth term on Wednesday after an election that the opposition and several foreign governments say was rigged. The ceremony would normally have been publicised as a major state occasion but was instead held without …

Belarus leader visits Putin to secure support amid protests
4 years, 6 months ago

Belarus leader visits Putin to secure support amid protests

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Belarus’ authoritarian president visited Russia on Monday in a bid to secure more loans and political support, as demonstrations against the extension of his 26-year rule entered their sixth week. President Alexander Lukashenko’s talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Black Sea resort of Sochi came a day after an estimated 150,000 people flooded the streets of …

Amid Democratic Street Uprising, Belarusian Strongman Gets Support From Russia
4 years, 6 months ago

Amid Democratic Street Uprising, Belarusian Strongman Gets Support From Russia

NPR  

Amid Democratic Street Uprising, Belarusian Strongman Gets Support From Russia Enlarge this image toggle caption Kremlin press office handout/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Kremlin press office handout/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Russian President Vladimir Putin provided a limited lifeline to Alexander Lukashenko as the Belarusian strongman paid a visit to the Russian city of Sochi on Monday amid the biggest …

Putin faces tough choice on Belarus: How to sort out Lukashenko without conceding ground
4 years, 6 months ago

Putin faces tough choice on Belarus: How to sort out Lukashenko without conceding ground

CNN  

CNN — Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko visited Sochi in southwest Russia on Monday for one-on-one talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, seeking reassurances of Russia’s support after weeks of protests in Belarus. In televised remarks on Monday, Lukashenko said that “recent events showed us that we need to stay close to our big brother and cooperate more closely on all …

Massive Protests Continue In Belarus As Demonstrators Demand Lukashenko Resign
4 years, 6 months ago

Massive Protests Continue In Belarus As Demonstrators Demand Lukashenko Resign

NPR  

Massive Protests Continue In Belarus As Demonstrators Demand Lukashenko Resign Enlarge this image toggle caption TUT.BY/AFP via Getty Images TUT.BY/AFP via Getty Images More than 100,000 protesters flooded the streets of the capital Minsk on Sunday in ongoing protests calling for Belarus' authoritarian president to resign. Sunday's protests come on the eve of President Alexander Lukashenko's planned meeting on Monday …

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