Alexander Lukashenko

Alexander Lukashenko

Belarus BelaruspoliticianMaleb. 19544.8Global Dominance: 0.08%

Alexander Lukashenko is the President of Belarus, having held power since 1994, making him one of Europe's longest-serving leaders. He faced widespread protests and international criticism following the disputed presidential elections in 2020, which many claim were marred by fraud. His administration has been characterized by a crackdown on dissent, resulting in thousands of political prisoners and allegations of human rights abuses, including the torture of activists like Polina Sharenda-Panasyuk.

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Alexander Lukashenko lost to Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya but refused to relinquish power, leading to widespread protests.

Заместителя директора мозырского колледжа осудили за «содействие экстремизму»
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-27
2.0

Alexander Lukashenko refused to relinquish power after losing to Svetlana Tikhanovskaya in the 2020 elections.

Молодого отца из Кормы осудили за Гаюна. Его награждали как ответственного социального работника
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-27
2.0

Angelina thanked Lukashenko for resolving her housing issue quickly and effectively.

Минчанка Ангелина, которая просила у Лукашенко квартиру за тройню, получила жилье
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-26
7.0

Alexander Lukashenko is the President of Belarus, whose actions are being scrutinized in relation to the ongoing situation in the country.

Встреча Сикорского с Рыженковым может ударить по отношению к белорусам в Европе
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-26
3.0

Alexander Lukashenko refused to hand over power to Svetlana Tikhanovskaya after losing the election.

Сотрудника «Белоруснефти» из Речицы отправили за решетку за «содействие экстремизму»
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-26
2.0

Lukashenko is mentioned as the leader of Belarus whose regime is being discussed in the context of potash exports.

Если калий пойдет через Клайпеду, это снизит зависимость Беларуси от России
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-25
3.0

Mike Pompeo describes Alexander Lukashenko as a politician of the old Soviet school focused on maintaining his own power.

Тихановская встретилась в Нью-Йорке с Майком Помпео, который в 2020‑м приезжал к Лукашенко
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-25
3.0

Sikorski mentioned the possibility of recognizing Alexander Lukashenko as a state rather than a government.

В Польше назвали условия для содержательного диалога с Беларусью
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-24
5.0

Alexander Lukashenko signed a decree to pardon 15 convicted individuals.

Помилованы 15 человек, среди которых 13 политзаключенных
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-24
7.0

Alexander Lukashenko is referenced in relation to the Belarusian regime and its impact on potash exports.

Калий пошел в Штаты и дал козыри Лукашенко. А что от этого Трампу? И что изменится для «Беларуськалия»?
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-24
4.0

Alexander Lukashenko gifted a belt to Kim Jong Un during a visit to North Korea.

В Несвижском замке продают сувенир за $2,8 тысячи
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-24
6.0

Lukashenko expressed doubts about a deal to supply potash to the United States.

Trump is turning to a Putin ally to help America’s farmers. But there’s a big catch
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-24
5.0

Belarus’s president Alexander Lukashenko announced that there is no available fertiliser to export to the US.

Donald Trump acts as Putin’s puppet for reasons shrouded in secrecy – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-09-23
3.0

Tikhanovskaya stated that Lukashenko is selling Belarus's sovereignty to Russia.

Сейчас не время торговать с диктаторами
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-23
2.0

Radislav Sikorski mentioned that the Polish government recognizes states, not governments, referring to Alexander Lukashenko's regime.

Варшава ослабляет дипломатический игнор Минска. Впервые после 2020‑го встретились министры иностранных дел Беларуси и Польши
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-23
4.0

Alexander Lukashenko refused to hand over power to Svetlana Tikhanovskaya after losing the election in 2020.

Учительницу из-под Петрикова осудили за «содействие экстремистской деятельности»
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-23
2.0

Alexander Lukashenko stated that Belarus has already begun selling potash fertilizers to American buyers.

Первое судно с белорусским калием прибудет в США в октябре
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-23
6.0
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Sikorski mentioned that Poland recognizes states, not governments, in reference to Lukashenko's regime.

Польша откроет новое здание посольства в Минске
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-23
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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko raised concerns about his country’s ability to supply the U.S. with potash.

Canada and U.S. should form self-reliant bloc for fertilizer, Carney suggests
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-09-23
5.0

On September 11, Alexander Lukashenko announced that Belarus has already begun supplying potash fertilizers to the U.S.

В Канаде сомневаются, что белорусский калий будет американцам более выгоден, чем их
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-23
5.0

Tikhanovskaya explained that Lukashenko allows Russia to infiltrate Belarusian systems and supports Russian actions.

Тихановська прокоментувала, як Лукашенко допомагатиме Путіну в атаках на Україну
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-09-23
2.0

Alexander Lukashenko was not included in the study as the researchers focused on the connections among elite representatives.

Все меньше белорусских топ-чиновников родом из России или учились там. Но у многих суперброкеров все еще есть «российский след»
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-22
5.0

John Cole has not raised questions about democratization with Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko.

Коул не поднимал с Лукашенко вопрос демократизации. «Может, когда-нибудь подниму»
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-09-22
3.0

Alexander Lukashenko stated that Belarus does not have free volumes of potash fertilizers to send to the USA.

Лукашенко заявив, що Білорусь не має калію для США, попри обіцянку Трампу
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-09-22
5.0
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