Lukashenko: Our sovereignty is inviolable, but Belarus will never be Russia's enemy

The sovereignty and independence of Belarus are inviolable. At the same time, Belarus will never turn against Russia, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a meeting to review Belarus-Russia cooperation in Minsk, BelTA has learned. Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that after some time has passed since the attempted rebellion in Belarus, it has become obvious that the chosen course for closer cooperation with Russia was right and the measures taken, including the approval of a package of the Union State integration documents, were relevant and well-timed. The head of state noted that none of the Union State programs violates the sovereignty and independence of Belarus and Russia.

The head of state gave his take on the talks about the sovereignty and independence of Belarus in view of deepening cooperation with Russia. “I see attempts to stir up the situation. And after these large-scale negotiations [the upcoming talks between the presidents of Belarus and Russia in Minsk on 19 December] everyone will say that it is over: there is no power in Belarus anymore, Russians are already running the country.

Once again, I want to emphasize that no one, except us, governs Belarus. These are our functions, including my functions, under the Constitution. We are fulfilling these functions,” the Belarusian leader said.