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Lukashenko reaffirms commitment to preserving Belarus’ integrity, sovereignty

MOGILEV, 15 December (BelTA) – It is necessary to preserve the integrity and sovereignty of the country. Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement while talking to personnel of the Mogilev Oblast Clinical Hospital on 15 December, BelTA has learned.

Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed: “I want you to understand my position. It has not changed: let’s work together, let’s preserve the country (and we will preserve it whatever the cost, and not for me or for him, but for grandchildren). It is my key task. You will make all the decisions. I promise you that you will decide on everything.”

The president pointed out that this statement also applies to amendments to the Constitution, which are now being prepared specifically taking into account proposals and interests of Belarusian citizens.

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted he does not intend to hold on to power by any means necessary, however, he has no intention of surrendering the country by giving up either. “I want you to know I am not going to flee anywhere. No way,” he stated. “It is good that time has passed and people saw who tried to grab the power. I am not the problem. I often say I’ve done my share of work. I feel sorrow for what will happen after this [if those, who oppose the current government, rise to power].”

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