Alexander Lukashenko

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko stated Belarusian troops will not be sent to fight in Ukraine, while accusing the West of prolonging the war through an international 'war party.' He also claimed the EU is pursuing militarization and that Belarus faces hybrid attacks from Western countries.

A court in Belarus convicted journalist Kiryl Pazniak and sentenced him to 3.5 years in prison on charges of discrediting the country and forming an extremist organization. Pazniak, arrested in September 2025, is seriously ill in prison and designated a political prisoner, with 21 journalists currently detained in Belarus and 863 political prisoners reported by the Viasna human rights center.

Belarus’ President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 28 political prisoners on Independence Day, citing humanitarian grounds, as part of efforts to improve relations with the West. Despite this, Belarus still holds 864 political prisoners, including 21 journalists, according to the Viasna human rights center, with the UN and opposition leaders noting ongoing repression and lack of human rights progress.

Chinese President Xi Jinping met Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko in Beijing after talks with the Kremlin. Chinese state media described bilateral relations as entering their 'best period in history,' while Lukashenko, a key Putin ally, permitted Russia to use Belarusian territory for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Xi Jinping met Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko in Beijing. Lukashenko, a key ally of Russia, allowed Moscow to launch its 2022 invasion of Ukraine from Belarusian territory. China continues to present itself as neutral in the war despite close ties with Moscow and its partners.

President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Belarus has stopped using retransmitters Russia used to guide Shahed drones into Ukraine. The systems ceased operating on Belarusian territory days after Zelensky issued an ultimatum to Alexander Lukashenko to remove them, with no response from Minsk.

Lukashenko appoints beauty queens to top jobs, including a 22-year-old Miss Belarus referred to as his 'mistress,' while his estranged wife resides in a guarded estate. The article highlights his selection of young women for influential roles, termed the 'watermelon battalion.'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has given Belarus a one-week ultimatum to remove relay equipment allegedly aiding Russian attacks on Ukraine, warning of Ukrainian intervention if compliance fails. Zelenskyy also criticized Belarus for supplying Russia's army through its oil-refining sector and accused Belarus of facilitating Russian operations against Ukraine and NATO countries.

President Volodymyr Zelensky reported positive signals from a G7 meeting with US President Donald Trump regarding enhanced air defense, potential missile production licenses, and continued assistance for Ukraine. He also warned Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko to remove equipment aiding Russian attacks on civilians within a week.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko to remove Russian equipment in Belarus used for attacks on Ukraine within a week, threatening Ukrainian action if not complied. Zelensky alleged signal relay stations in two Belarusian regions bordering Ukraine were used by Russian forces for attack guidance.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko urged Russia and Ukraine to make compromises to end their war. He also stated he would not rule out meeting US President Donald Trump.

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko stated Belarus will not participate in Russia’s war against Ukraine, citing military vulnerability, risk of NATO involvement, and family ties. Lukashenko apologized to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for earlier criticism.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan dismissed threats from Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko about a potential 'Ukrainian scenario' for Armenia, calling them 'not serious'. He addressed internal and external pressure over Armenia's foreign policy during a press briefing after casting his ballot in parliamentary elections, rejecting immediate calls for a referendum on joining the Eurasian Economic Union or the European Union.

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko stated that Belarusian troops will not participate in direct combat operations in Ukraine. He emphasized that Belarusians should not be used as 'cannon fodder' and confirmed Belarus remains a steadfast military ally to Russia.

Franak Viacorka, adviser to Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, discusses potential roles of individuals within Alexander Lukashenko’s regime in Belarus’s democratization, the sentiment of Belarusian military personnel, and preparations by Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin for a potential conflict with NATO.

The Trump administration renewed the US national emergency on Belarus, citing threats from Alexander Lukashenko's government. A US-Europe split on Belarus is seen as beneficial to Putin.

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko responded to Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces commander Robert 'Magyar' Brovdi's statement about mapping 500 military targets in Belarus by warning of a 'very serious' high-priority target across the border. Lukashenko's response included threats of nuclear and counter-strike measures.

Belarus, under President Alexander Lukashenko, continues to support Russia's war effort by hosting military infrastructure, producing components for Russian weapons, and conducting joint nuclear drills. Ukraine and its allies are concerned Belarus could again serve as a launchpad for Russian offensives, as seen during the initial 2022 invasion.

Belarus is suspected of enabling a new Russian offensive in Ukraine by hosting military infrastructure, producing war materials, and conducting joint nuclear drills with Russia. Ukrainian officials warn that Belarusian industries, including over 500 plants, support Moscow’s war effort through components like microchips and artillery, while Belarusian hospitals and training grounds aid Russian forces.

U.S. President Donald Trump is improving relations with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who is referred to as 'Europe’s last dictator' in the title. The article highlights a shift in their diplomatic ties.

Belarusian democratic leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv to strengthen ties between Ukraine and Belarusian democratic forces. The discussion focused on countering Russian threats, isolating Alexander Lukashenko’s regime, and addressing issues like border security, Belarusian volunteers in Ukraine, and political prisoners.

Ukraine has identified 500 military targets in Belarus in anticipation of Alexander Lukashenko's potential involvement in the war. Tensions are escalating due to alleged drone attacks near the Ukraine-Belarus border.

President Zelensky met Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya in Kyiv during a 24-nation summit, warning that Russia is deepening Belarus's involvement in the Ukraine war. Tsikhanouskaya asserted that Belarus remains under Moscow's control through Alexander Lukashenko, dismissing Western diplomatic pressure as ineffective.

Russian and Belarusian nuclear forces conducted joint exercises, with Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko participating via video link. Kyiv has expressed growing anxiety over the potential threat from Belarus.

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kyiv amid Ukrainian warnings of Russian plans to involve Belarus more in the war. The visit followed a major Russian strike on Kyiv that killed four and damaged historical sites, with further attacks threatened.

World leaders monitor Belarus for potential military support to Russia in Ukraine as joint nuclear drills and Zelenskyy's warnings escalate tensions. Macron's call with Lukashenko highlights concerns over Belarus becoming a Russian invasion launchpad.

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya accused President Alexander Lukashenko of enabling Russia’s attack on Kyiv by allowing Belarusian territory to be used for missile launches and weapons deployment. She emphasized Belarusians’ solidarity with Ukraine, stating they 'feel this pain as our own.'

French President Emmanuel Macron warned Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko against deeper involvement in Russia's war against Ukraine during their first reported phone call since 2022. The call followed Belarus hosting joint nuclear drills with Russia and Ukrainian concerns over a potential new offensive. Macron also urged Belarus to improve ties with Europe.

Ukraine's foreign minister Andriy Sybiha announced that Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya may soon visit Ukraine. Sybiha dismissed Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko's recent remarks about a possible meeting with President Zelensky, stating there are no diplomatic contacts between the countries.

Russia and Belarus conducted joint strategic nuclear exercises with President Putin and President Lukashenko monitoring the drills via video conference. The military exercise represents continued coordination between the two countries on nuclear capabilities and strategic defense.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko stated that Belarus will not join the war against Ukraine unless its own territory is attacked. Lukashenko expressed willingness to meet directly with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at any location in Ukraine or Belarus to discuss bilateral relations and future prospects.

Belarusian President Lukashenko expressed satisfaction upon receiving Russian Iskander-M ballistic missile systems, stating he had previously dreamed of acquiring such weapons. The statement reflects Belarus's military cooperation with Russia and Lukashenko's acquisition of advanced weaponry.

Belarus has begun nuclear drills with Russia following warnings from Kyiv, involving Alexander Lukashenko. The move comes amid heightened tensions. Belarus is conducting the exercises in cooperation with Russian forces.

Poland warns that Russia and Belarus are pushing illegal migrants towards NATO and the US, as part of a hybrid warfare campaign to destabilize the Western alliance. The crisis has been ongoing since 2021, with Polish officials describing it as an asymmetric war. Poland has deployed its military to guard the border with Belarus.