President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus is once again running for re-election, aiming to secure a seventh consecutive term. Having ruled for 30 years, he is often referred to as Europe's last dictator. This election comes in the wake of widespread claims of fraud in the last election, which sparked mass protests. With opposition figures either jailed or exiled, Lukashenko's victory appears highly likely. The election's timing in winter was perceived as a strategic move to deter protests, reflecting the current political landscape in Belarus.
President Alexander Lukashenko is poised to extend his 30-year rule as he seeks a seventh term in a presidential election amid fierce allegations of electoral fraud.
The election, originally set for August, was moved to winter months to minimize the possibility of mass protests, as Belarusians anticipated a predictable outcome.
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