Opinions & Interviews

Lukashenko: I don’t want war and do everything to prevent it
“Not a single Belarusian wants to ruin their life and rot in the trenches,” the president remarked. “That’s why I don’t want war and I do everything I can to prevent it from happening”...

Defensive nature of Belarus-Russia nuclear arms exercise reemphasized
While talking to reporters, the Belarus president made a few comments about the joint exercise meant to practice the application of non-strategic nuclear weapons. He made it clear that Belarus has no desire to attack anyone, however, the country needs to know how to defend itself and use the weapons it has.юю

Putin confirms plans to discuss non-strategic nuclear weapons exercise with Lukashenko
He added that the agenda of the negotiations is extensive and he was glad he had managed to come in the evening on 23 May in order to talk about all the matters in an informal setting...

Belarusian People’s Congress compared to political nuclear shield of Belarus
"I asked you to team up with interested and responsible people to decide on the system of work with delegates of the Belarusian People's Congress"...

Lukashenko wants military operations in Ukraine to shape Belarusian army development
Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Let’s focus on how we will develop the Armed Forces the way we’ve been doing it up till now. By studying everything going on around us”...

Belarus eager to make significant contribution to environmental protection as SCO member
In his report the minister drew attention to the negative impact the Polish border fence has on ecosystems of the unique natural complex – Belovezhskaya Pushcha, which is a Belarusian-Polish transboundary object on the UNESCO World Heritage List...

Grodno Oblast governor, Chinese ambassador discuss cooperation possibilities
Both sides mentioned interest in stepping up cooperation in cultural affairs and tourism. China has the richest history and culture. Grodno Oblast also has something to show and offer to its guests...

PM: Companies eagerly join China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone
The industrial park is multifunctional, Roman Golovchenko noted. It has companies working in information and communication, transport and manufacturing...

NOC: Belarus takes its rightful place in global sports community
"We have created a strong base for professional athletes, young sportsmen and amateurs,” Viktor Lukashenko said...

Lukashenko: Those who shoot at icons and monuments are barbarians
Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko and Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev went to Shusha to get familiar with how the restoration of the Karabakh area proceeds. Vigorous restoration work is in progress in the town. Housing is being built for the return of Azerbaijani refugees...

BelTA presents Parallel Worlds exhibition in Moscow
The exhibition made part of the event to mark the Day of the State Flag, the State Emblem and the National Anthem of Belarus. Irina Akulovich said that BelTA has recently celebrated its 105th anniversary. The agency’s archives contain hundreds of thousands of photos that tell the history of Belarus...

Lukashenko: Belarus can help Azerbaijan like no one else
"As you are mounting this immense effort to revive these lands, we will be happy to play a part if this benefits you. Moreover, we will do it in a way that no one else in the world will do because of the respect and friendly relations between Belarus and Azerbaijan"...

NOC sees no obstacles to Belarus’ participation in 2024 Paris Games
“At the moment we see no obstacles to the participation of Belarusian athletes in the Olympic Games. It is up to the athletes to decide - if they feel they are ready to perform, they can do it,” Viktor Lukashenko said...

Aliyev: We value trust-based partnership between Belarus, Azerbaijan
“This relationship is time-tested. I think that no one doubts that Belarus and Azerbaijan are reliable friends,” Ilham Aliyev emphasized...

Vasilevskaya talks about fame, future plans
Journalists also asked Marina Vasilevskaya of her future plans. She replied that she was going to engage primarily in social activities...

Lukashenko: Belarusian state symbols are inspired by ideas of national dignity, genuine democracy
"People are proud to be Belarusians. This is the national unity. The unity, which is sealed by the strong memory of the heroic feat of our grandfathers and great-grandfathers in the Great Patriotic War, patriotism, creative work and the desire for peace. The unity, which is symbolized by the State Flag, the State Emblem and the National Anthem of the Republic of Belarus" the president stressed...

Lukashenko: Day of state symbols has special symbolism
Belarusian President said at a ceremony to honor the state symbols on the Day of the State Flag, the State Emblem and the National Anthem in Minsk...

Belarus now stronger due to external challenges, pressure
“Manipulations are futile if people have brains of their own. External challenges and attempts to put pressure on our country have resulted in stronger Belarus. We will do everything to discourage thinking about testing it in practice,” the president stressed...

Lukashenko stresses importance of keeping Belarus out of conflicts
The head of state noted that with this in mind Belarusians develop the economy, reinforce defense, and raise young citizens as patriots in addition to keeping peace and wellbeing in the native land as the ancestors willed it...

PM: Belarusian government must do its best to avoid war
The head of government is convinced that Belarusians have made the right conclusions that the aggressor appeasement policy never yields positive results...