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Who Is Lukashenko, the Belarusian Leader Who Played Peacemaker for Putin?

Belarusian President Lukashenko brokered a deal between Putin and Wagner paramilitary group owner Prigozhin to de-escalate conflict, strengthening his position relative to Russia and presenting himself as the mediator who saved Russia.

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  • Belarusian President Lukashenko brokered a deal to de-escalate the conflict between Putin and Wagner paramilitary group owner Prigozhin.
  • Lukashenko strengthened his position relative to Russia and can tout his role in preventing Russia from disintegrating into civil war.
  • Belarusian leader described the unleashing of a bloodbath on Russian territory as unacceptable.
  • Lukashenko comes out on top politically, presenting himself as the mediator who saved Russia.
  • Lukashenko's increasing political and economic isolation from the West has pushed him dangerously close to Russia.
Who Is Lukashenko, the Belarusian Leader Who Played Peacemaker for Putin?
Europe’s longest-serving leader does Putin, his ‘big brother,’ a service
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