Elections in Belarus 2015

Is Belarus a bellwether for democracy, resistant to the forces of history, or simply stuck with the Kremlin? Belsat TV journalist Hanna Liubakova is brooding about the subject on newamerica.org.

‘Long live Belarus!’ were the words that Haydukevich used to end his speech on state television as a presidential candidate.

Lukashenka’s TV address was scheduled for 16 and 23 September. But it is unlikely to be televised.

‘Long live Belarus!’ were the words that Haydukevich used to end his speech on state television as a presidential candidate.

They want to live in Europe, but do not criticize Lukashenka. Presidential candidates have presented their programs. Do they present an alternative to the current head of the country?