Opinions & Interviews

FM reaffirms Belarus’ commitment to multipolar world, indivisible security
The modern Republic of Belarus, as an independent state, is a relatively young presence on the world map. It is just over thirty years old. Yet it has already confidently established itself on the international stage...

Lukashenko: Belarus has always sought good relations with Poland
Aleksandr Lukashenko specifically mentioned Poland’s reaction to the Belarusian-Russian strategic army exercise Zapad 2025, saying that their concerns were noted and the exercise was moved inland, away from the border...

Lukashenko suggests creating national heroes' pantheon
“Everything is clear with the heroes of the Great Patriotic War: they died heroically for the Motherland. But we also had long periods of peaceful history. We need examples of people who lived and worked heroically,” Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized...

Lukashenko wants ‘heavy footprint’ of Polish rule in Belarusian lands brought to light
Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement as he hosted a meeting with ideology specialists, historians, and experts on 17 September on the occasion of People’s Unity Day...

Lukashenko: Belarus poses no threat but stands ready to counter any aggressor
"We are surrounded by strong states, it goes without saying. But we are always ready to fight back if someone sets foot on our land,” the Belarusian leader stressed...

Belarus to designate Bereza Kartuska as national site of memory for victims of Polish occupation
“Beryoza has become a site of remembrance for the tragedy that took place in Western Belarus during the Polish occupation. It was a period of ethnocide. We believe that all Belarusians should know about this, and this term should be used as widely as we now speak about the genocide of the Belarusian people during the Great Patriotic War,” Vadim Gigin said...

Level of openness during Zapad 2025 viewed as unparalleled
"The main reason is that we have nothing to hide. We are also committed to reducing tensions in the Eastern European region and are taking concrete, practical steps to achieve this"...

Belarusian ambassador outlines key areas of cooperation with Hungary
According to him, both countries boast a highly developed agricultural sector. “Both Hungary and Belarus have long been cooperating in animal husbandry, poultry farming, and lately in seed production,” the ambassador noted...

Lukashenko: Sport is cornerstone of Belarusian policy
“Sport is not just about competitions and medals for our country. It is a cornerstone of our national social policy, a means of promoting international relations, and a platform for people's diplomacy. More importantly, it is about the health of our people,” the head of state emphasized...

Lukashenko reveals what defines Belarus on global stage
Speaking broadly about Belarus’ foreign policy and its competitive advantages, the head of state emphasized that since gaining independence, the country has consistently and purposefully built friendly relations with international partners. This approach is based on the principle of multi-vector diplomacy...

Lukashenko: No alternative to peace talks on Ukraine
According to him, here’s hoping that U.S. President Donald Trump truly wants to end this conflict...

Volfovich: Zapad 2025 exercise is no threat to Belarus’ western neighbors and partners
“The policy our country pursues indicates that Belarus has always been in favor and is in favor of peace, security, benevolent relations towards each other, mutual respect, respect for interests of states, independence, and territorial integrity,” he continued...

Defense Ministry: Zapad 2025 is not directed against a specific country or countries
"It is a scheduled event that we are holding in order to improve the ability of commanding officers to manage groups of forces in the course of carrying out missions relating to the defense of the sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the country"...

Lukashenko: While others close borders, Belarus welcomes all
Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that while some nations are closing their borders, Belarus remains open to foreigners...

Lukashenko: We will do everything to live, work, and develop Belarus in peace
Every citizen of Belarus should contribute to the country's development and ensure its peaceful existence...

Lukashenko: People should be involved in Minsk improvement
According to Minsk Mayor Vladimir Kukharev, a new trend has emerged in the form of citizen initiatives. Residents, often using their own funds, improve courtyard areas. Fourteen such projects have already been implemented this year...

Expert comments on Lukashenko’s efforts to develop new integration formats
The expert noted that Belarusian goods have earned well-deserved demand and respect in dozens of states, including products of the light industry, agriculture, the military-industrial complex, and the mechanical engineering cluster...

Lukashenko: Our task is to stand by Trump, help him establish peace
Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that he understands Donald Trump: “One side wants one thing. The other wants something else. He is a mediator between them. No matter how strong and powerful he is, he will not resolve issues either for Russia or for Ukraine. Therefore, it is necessary to act together”...

John Coale: U.S. wants to reopen its embassy in Minsk
"If any differences or disagreements exist between our nations, let them remain submerged; they should not be brought to the surface. We are ready, and President Trump is ready, to do everything necessary to finally normalize our relations,” the representative of the U.S. president assured...

John Coale: The USA would very much like to normalize relations with Belarus
"The removal of sanctions [from the Belarusian flag carrier Belavia] that we’ve just declared during this meeting is only the beginning,” John Coale noted...