Belarus President Lukashenko Calls for Compromise in Russia-Ukraine War
Quick Look
- Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, stated in an interview that Russia and Ukraine must compromise to end the war, calling battlefield victory unrealistic for both sides.
- He also mentioned improving ties with Washington and not ruling out a meeting with Donald Trump.
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Why It Matters
Belarus has allowed Russia to use its territory for the invasion of Ukraine and to deploy nuclear weapons on its soil. President Lukashenko is a close ally of Vladimir Putin.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, one of Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin’s closest allies, said in an interview published on Monday that Russia and Ukraine must compromise to end the war that has raged for more than four years with no end in sight.
Lukashenko, whose ex-Soviet state has been improving ties with Washington, also said that he would not rule out meeting US President Donald Trump.
Lukashenko told Al Arabiya television that it was clear that victory on the battlefield was unrealistic for both sides in the Russia-Ukraine war, though he said Russian forces were still advancing.
“Today, we need to use any steps to reach a peaceful agreement through compromises. For the long term,” he said in the interview, which was republished by Belarus’ Belta news agency.
“If they realise on both sides … you can’t go further, otherwise there will be escalation and an even worse situation … If this sinks into the minds of the fighters and their supporters, it means a compromise can be reached.”
Belarus allowed Russia to use its territory for the 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine and has allowed Moscow to deploy nuclear weapons on its soil.
Open Questions
- Will Ukraine and Russia consider compromise?
- What are the specific compromises being considered?
- What is the US stance on potential talks?
