Alexander Lukashenko

Alexander Lukashenko

politician Belarus

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.

Born on Aug 30, 1954 (70 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.13%
Persistence
15 wks
Reach
11,821,698
Power
117,007$
Sentiment
6.60
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Belarus 58 4.76 3.33% +150% 9,449,323 786,540 $60,000 4,994$
Ukraine 4 3.50 0.21% +20% 43,733,762 108,881 $155,000 386$
Russia 3 6.33 0.16% +110% 144,104,080 486,264 $1,500,000 5,062$
Estonia 2 5.00 0.10% +10% 1,326,539 1,505 $31,000 35$
Croatia 2 2.00 0.10% +0% 4,105,267 4,261 $68,000 71$
China 2 7.50 0.73% +0% 1,402,112,000 10,197,178 $14,000,000 101,818$
Brazil 1 3.00 0.05% +0% 211,049,527 113,467 $1,500,000 806$
Kazakhstan 1 8.00 0.06% +30% 18,776,707 13,675 $180,000 131$
Lithuania 1 2.00 0.05% +0% 2,722,289 1,439 $54,000 29$
Moldova 1 6.00 0.13% +0% 4,033,963 5,239 $12,000 16$
Canada 1 3.00 0.06% +0% 38,005,238 21,280 $1,700,000 952$
Colombia 1 6.00 0.05% +0% 50,882,884 27,624 $350,000 190$
Germany 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 83,783,942 47,336 $3,845,000 2,172$
Hong Kong 1 7.00 0.09% +0% 7,500,700 7,010 $370,000 346$
Totals 79 2,021,586,221 11,821,699 $23,825,000 117,008$
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Recent Mentions

Germany Germany: Lukashenko is managing the potato crisis in Belarus while facing pressure to resolve the issue with the country's staple food. 5

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Belarus: Wie Diktator Lukaschenko die Kartoffelkrise managt - Politik

Belarus Belarus: Alexander Lukashenko is described as a dictator whose regime is critiqued by Zenon Poznyak. 2

Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva): И режим Лукашенко, и псевдооппозиция — это одно и то же

Belarus Belarus: Alexander Lukashenko assured Patriarch Kirill that he strives to uphold the commandments of the Lord in Belarus. 7

Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva): Мы стараемся заповеди Господа не нарушать в Беларуси

Canada Canada: Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko – who is still its authoritarian leader today – was denied a visa despite also leading its national Olympic body. 3

The Globe and Mail: How Trump’s travel ban could affect the FIFA World Cup and Summer Olympics

Belarus Belarus: Alexander Lukashenko met with Xi Jinping to discuss intensifying their relations. 9

Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva): Лукашенко возвращается из Китая