Opinions & Interviews

Lukashenko: Belarusians have long determined their path
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media as he cast his vote in the presidential election in Minsk on 26 January...

Lukashenko opines on future of neural networks
The conversation turned to risks associated with the development of neural networks and the need to pass legislation regulating this field, as is done in some countries...

Lukashenko was asked whether criticism of authorities is allowed in Belarus
A British journalist asked the Belarusian head of state whether alternative candidates can criticize the current government in Belarus...

Lukashenko: All generations of Belarusians cherish Great Victory
Journalists from China asked the head of state how important it is in the current historic period to celebrate the Great Victory and to defend the truth about the outcomes of World War II...

Lukashenko reflects on who can be Belarus' president
Earlier, the head of state had repeatedly said that power would be transferred to a new generation. “When I say 'the young generation', I don't mean my younger son or my eldest son,” Aleksandr Lukashenko noted...

Lukashenko explains why Belarus should be part of Ukraine peace process
“They often put their spin on this matter, making it look like Lukashenko is dying to be at the negotiating table. It's not about Lukashenko, I don't have skin in the game here. It is about two things: our interests and regional security. I proceeded from this,” the president emphasized...

Lukashenko comments on Musk’s gesture at Trump’s inauguration
The president emphasized that Belarus knows all too well what Nazi symbols are. Unfortunately, the country paid a terrible price for this knowledge. Belarus’ losses in the Great Patriotic War were enormous. The country was virtually wiped off the face of the earth and took a long time to restore...

Lukashenko slams Zelensky's claim about strike at Mozyr Oil Refinery as lie
Aleksandr Lukashenko explained that this would have backfired on him: "I would have had to respond. That would have dragged Belarus into war"...

Lukashenko explains economic challenges for Belarus in 2025
The president stated that the economic situation in Russia is not easy now, which means that it will not be easy in Belarus either...

Lukashenko on opposition: I am ready to talk to those who have clout
“So what shall I talk to them about? If there are proposals, we will consider them. The opinion of the people who support me is very important to me,” the president emphasized...

Lukashenko: Europe should pursue its own policy
The president is convinced that the planet will be more stable if it rests on many pillars...

Lukashenko sees light at 'end of the tunnel' in Ukraine
“There will be some kind of resolution this year. I'm not saying the war will end and everything will be fine. It will take a lot of time to mend relations. But there will be a settlement. We will see the light at the end of the tunnel this year,” the head of state said...

Lukashenko: Belarus is open to dialogue with EU
“We have always been ready to cooperate with the EU. Believe me, the main thing here is not the economy or trade. They decided to shut us off. So be it. The market does not tolerate a void. Others will come to fill the void"...

Lukashenko: Future multipolarity depends on China
The president emphasized that Belarus is willing to cooperate with China on this...

Lukashenko: USA will put Europe in a bind
“They will place you in such a position that you will not be able to get up for many decades or centuries. They destroyed your economy. What next? They are trying to wreak havoc on the economies of Russia and Belarus. We are holding our ground, we are working. We did not crawl along the seabed to Washington, we keep working. And you?” said Aleksandr Lukashenko...

Lukashenko: I do not care whether West recognizes Belarus’ election or not
“We will know the result in the evening. Everything depends on the Belarusian people. It is such a period,” the head of state added...

Lukashenko slams EU statements about Belarus election as ‘kowtowing to United States’
"This is the kowtowing to the big brother in Washington. If they really stand on the principles in terms of elections, then let’s see them say something about the U.S. elections. It's scary"...

Anna Lukashenko about Marathon of Unity: We’ve realized everything we’ve planned
According to Anna Lukashenko, special atmosphere was present at all the venues. People showed genuine interest and came up with their own ideas and initiatives. “Every city and town felt it was part of a big common cause. These were not just events. They are the history we can be proud of,” she added...

"We chose our destiny decades ago". Lukashenko on importance of election day in Belarus
"On Sunday, 26 January, we must show the whole world: we are reasonable people, we are able to draw conclusions from past events and look forward to a peaceful and safe future. Which we must pass on to our children and grandchildren. There is no alternative. Because this is a turbulent all-encompassing time that has chosen us!”...

Lukashenko describes 2020 events as ‘wake-up call’ for Belarus that should never repeat again
“We almost destroyed ourselves. Let's talk frankly about it. But it was a very important ‘wake-up call’ for us. We got it. All our opponents and enemies should realize: do not get your hopes up, we will never repeat what we had in 2020,” the Belarusian leader said...