Aleksandrs Lukašenko
Aleksandrs Lukašenko has been the President of Belarus since 1994, making him one of the longest-serving leaders in Europe. Often referred to as 'Europe's last dictator,' he has been known for his authoritarian style of governance, suppressing dissent, and controlling the media. His presidency has been marked by widespread accusations of human rights violations and electoral fraud, leading to international sanctions and condemnation, especially following the controversial 2020 presidential elections.
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Aleksandrs Lukašenko signed a decree banning certain vehicles from traveling through Belarus.
Lietuva atvērs robežu ar Baltkrieviju / Diena
Latvia· 2025-11-19
Aleksandrs Lukašenko has transitioned from accusations to threats in relations with Lithuania.
Lietuva mēģina atgūt auto no Baltkrievijas / DienaLatvia· 2025-11-12
Aleksandrs Lukašenko is the dictator of Belarus who signed a decree affecting truck registrations.
Minska atsakās atļaut kravas automašīnu atgriešanos / DienaLatvia· 2025-11-06
Aleksandrs Lukašenko has ruled Belarus with an iron fist for over 30 years and allowed Russia to use Belarusian territory to invade Ukraine in 2022.
Krievijas un Baltkrievijas militārajās mācībās tiks izmantotas arī raķetes "Orešņik" / DienaLatvia· 2025-08-13
Aleksandrs Lukašenko is referred to as the dictator of Belarus in the context of the article.
Latvijas valstspiederīgajam Baltkrievijā piespriests sešu gadu cietumsods / DienaLatvia· 2025-03-13