Alesandr Lukashenko
Alesandr Lukashenko has been the President of Belarus since 1994, known for his authoritarian style of governance. Often referred to as 'Europe's last dictator,' he has maintained a tight grip on power through controversial elections and a strong security apparatus. Lukashenko's regime is characterized by state control over the economy, suppression of dissent, and strained relations with Western nations, although he has sought closer ties with Russia. His leadership has been marked by significant political turmoil and protests, especially following the disputed 2020 presidential election.
Born on Aug 30, 1954 (70 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko is mentioned as the president whose calculations regarding Tikhanovskiy may lead to divisions among democratic forces in Belarus.
3
Russia:
President of Belarus Alesandr Lukashenko met with the U.S. special envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, to discuss international issues and Belarus-U.S. relations.
6
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko advised Belarusians not to overindulge in potatoes during his visit to the Volkovysk district.
5
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko stated that Belarus is ready to supply potatoes to Kaliningrad despite logistical issues.
7
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko attended the opening ceremony of the National Football Stadium in Minsk.
7
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko is visiting the People's Republic of China for meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
7
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko conducted a meeting regarding the admission campaign.
6
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko recently approved a directive requiring guides in Belarus to know the basics of the state's ideology.
6
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko emphasized the importance of agricultural cooperation between Belarus and Pakistan during negotiations.
7
Belarus:
Alesandr Lukashenko, elected president of Belarus, proposed a referendum that influenced the country's history.
2