Opinions & Interviews

Lukashenko recounts how he warned Putin of assassination plot danger
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media how he warned his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of an assassination plot danger, commenting on the recent attack by Ukrainian drones on the Russian president’s residence in Novgorod Oblast...

Lukashenko sees disruption of peace talks as possible goal of drone attack on Putin’s residence
"It is necessary to stop. It is necessary to come to an agreement on peace next year after all"...

Lukashenko stresses importance of peace for Belarus’ development
“If there is peace, we will accomplish everything we need. What we do not have, we will buy. But we need peace for this, it is the foundation. Therefore, we will do everything so that you can work, live peacefully and build the future. We will do our best to make it all happen for you,” Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized...

Lukashenko: A country is always strong through traditions
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a New Year’s charity event held at the Palace of the Republic. In this regard, the president expressed special gratitude to everyone who contributes each year to making this charity event for children possible...

Expert: While neighbors rearm, Belarus pursues a peaceful policy
Belarus is not expanding its military because it expects peace to prevail...

Belarusian defense minister describes situation in western direction as tense, complicated
According to the defense minister, the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus’ territory has become a factor of strategic deterrence...

Lukashenko calls on youth to focus on concrete deeds
The president emphasized that Belarus’ traditional New Year’s Eve Ball ultimately turned out even better and larger in scale than the famous Vienna balls...

Khrenin: Oreshnik deployment in Belarus will not affect European balance of power
“We say openly: we do not intend to fight you, we are not a threat to you. We say: on the contrary, let’s talk, let’s return, at the very least, to the kind of relations that should exist between neighbors,” Viktor Khrenin concluded...

KGB chief: Lukashenko-Trump dialogue continues, USA presents new proposals
“I am sure a positive outcome will be reached, and before long, I assure you, we will hear good news on this matter,” he concluded...

Eismont: First copy of Red Data Book’s fifth edition will take pride of place in the Palace of Independence
"I am happy and grateful to receive this book, which I will present to the head of state. I am confident it will take pride of place in the Palace of Independence"...

MP: Lukashenko’s Address at Belarusian People’s Congress was a powerful call to action
“The head of state paid special attention to the international vector of relations and emphasized that Belarus is always open to dialogue with foreign partners and cooperation at any level, including parliamentary,” Sergei Aleinik stressed...

Lukashenko: Those responsible for the genocide of Belarusian people must pay for it
“Therefore, we must bring this work to completion and thoroughly expose all these Nazi crimes. This remains relevant today, deeply relevant. We were correct to pursue it, especially against the backdrop of the policies being pursued by the West, particularly European states,” the Belarusian leader added...

‘1.5 billion fakes daily’: Markov outlines challenges for journalists in the digital age
"According to the latest data from the Institute of Sociology of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, 61.4% of respondents fully trust state media. This figure has grown annually over the past five years, demonstrating that traditional media, including print, television, and radio, are doing a great job"...

Lukashenko: Belarus has received no more than ten Oreshnik systems
The journalist’s question about the number of Oreshnik systems was a reference to a previous statement by the Belarusian president made a year ago. When asked about how many of these systems were planned to be delivered to Belarus, the head of state replied: “I think ten for now, and then we'll see"...

Energy minister comments on benefits of third BelNPP unit
The Belarusian energy system is gaining momentum. “The previous five-year period marked a landmark event – the commissioning of the country’s first nuclear power plant. This became a powerful impetus not only for the energy sector but for the entire economy,” Denis Moroz said...

Lukashenko hails Putin’s year-end press conference as ‘landmark and bold event’
“I congratulate you on this event. This is a landmark event, particularly now. A bold one, particularly in the current situation. It is good that you did not avoid pressing issues. We have reviewed, analyzed, and identified common issues that we need to work on,” the head of state said...

Putin thanks Lukashenko for praising bilateral relations
Vladimir Putin said he had watched Aleksandr Lukashenko’s speech at the Belarusian People’s Congress on 18 December live and had been very positive about it. “Very profound and, as they say in such cases, well-balanced,” the Russian leader stated...

Volfovich: Belarus' signature feature is security inside country
"Security was a through line of the President's Address to the Belarusian people and Parliament. This message was likely heard not only by those in uniform but by virtually everyone. A state cannot exist without security. It cannot develop or build its future"...

Lukashenko: Belarus is our one and only beloved homeland
Belarusian President and Chairman of the Belarusian People’s Congress Aleksandr Lukashenko said, summarizing the results of the second session of the 7th Belarusian People’s Congress on 19 December...

Lukashenko: Our collective unity today defines Belarus’ tomorrow
“For us, Belarus is both the present and the future,” the head of state emphasized...