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Alexander Lukashenko
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- Born 30 August 1954
- Age 70
- Birth Place Kopys, Byelorussian SSR Soviet Union, (now Belarus)
- Profession Politician
- Political Party Independent (1992-present)
- In Office Member Of The Supreme Council Of Belarus 25 August 1991 - 20 July 1994
- Residence Independence Palace, Minsk
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Alexander Lukashenko BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 06 Feb 2025
Alexander Grigoryevich Lukashenko, born August 30, 1954, has been Belarus's president since 1994, the longest-serving European leader. His pre-political career included roles in the Soviet Army and as a state farm director. Elected to the Supreme Soviet in 1990, he later headed an anti-corruption co...
Alexander Lukashenko PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | unknown value |
| Mother | Kaciaryna Łukašenka |
| Spouse | Galina Zhelnerovich (1975), |
| Children | Viktor, Dmitry, Nikolai |
POSITIONS HELD BY Alexander Lukashenko
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| President of Belarus | 20 July 1994 - Present |
| Member of the Supreme Soviet of Belarus | 1990 - 18 September 1991 |
| Member of the 12th convocation of the Supreme Soviet of the Byelorussian SSR | N/A |
ALEXANDER LUKASHENKO NEWS
Belarus forces airliner to land and arrests opponent, sparking US and European outrage
May 24, 2021 9:20 am
In what was described by some EU leaders as a hijacking, the passenger plane flying from Athens to Lithuania was suddenly diverted to Minsk, the capital of Belarus, escorted there by a Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jet.
Belarus forces Ryanair plane bound for Vilnius to land, infuriating Lithuania
May 23, 2021 10:26 pm
Law enforcers detained activist Roman Protasevich, 26, who had been put on a wanted list after last year's mass street protests following an election in which Lukashenko claimed a landslide victory.
Viktor Babariko: The Belarusian banker who challenged Lukashenko
February 18, 2021 4:16 pm
Arrested shortly after announcing his presidential campaign, Viktor Babariko faces up to 15 years in prison.
The Lukashenko regime's persecution of Belarus journalists
January 29, 2021 4:45 pm
For months, hundreds of thousands of Belarusians have staged protests against strongman Alexander Lukashenko. The president has used the country's security agencies to intimidate dissidents and persecute journalists.
2020 in review: 10 landmark global events that shaped the year
January 01, 2021 9:45 pm
Here are ten moments that made global headlines in 2020. From the impact of coronavirus to Joe Biden getting elected as the US President, take a look at the events that stood out.
Belarus starts legal proceedings against Lukashenko critics
December 22, 2020 5:35 pm
As protests against Alexander Lukashenko continue in Belarus, the country's prosecutors launched criminal cases against Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya and other opponents of the long-time ruler.
Belarus police get rougher to protect Alexander Lukashenko
December 03, 2020 5:17 pm
Security forces in Belarus have always used violence against protesters. But tactics against demonstrators following a disputed election appear particularly harsh.
EU decries Belarus violence after opposition supporter death
November 13, 2020 6:05 pm
The EU already has imposed sanctions on Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and several dozen officials over their role in the security crackdown launched after the contested election.
Belarus president sworn in at unannounced inaugural ceremony
September 27, 2020 8:31 am
The ceremony was held in front of several hundred dignitaries at the ornate Palace of Independence in Minsk. Police and other security forces blocked off parts of the city and public transportation was suspended.
Belarus: Lukashenko sworn in again as President in secret ceremony; Russia drops paratroopers during military drills
September 23, 2020 6:26 pm
The inauguration has been denounced as illegitimate by the opposition, which has also called for more protests across the country, Reuters reported. Belarus has witnessed over six weeks of sustained protests ever since Lukashenko was re-elected in a highly controversial and disputed poll in August.
