**Belarusian Dictator Lukashenko Apologizes to Zelensky for Russia‘s Invasion**
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko apologized to him over the country‘s involvement in Russia’s full-scale invasion. Zelensky made this statement in an interview with American podcaster Lex Fridman published on January 5.
According to Zelensky, Lukashenko said that he was not responsible for launching missiles from Belarusian territory towards Ukraine. “He said, ‘It was not me, missiles were launched from my territory, and Putin was the one launching them,'” Zelensky quoted Lukashenko as saying.
**Lukashenko’s Relationship with Russia**
Zelensky questioned why Lukashenko allowed Russia to launch missiles at Ukraine from Belarusian territory. He also called Lukashenko “a murderer” for his actions. This is not the first time that Lukashenko has been involved in Russia’s war against Ukraine. After Belarus’ 2020 election, which was widely condemned as fraudulent, Lukashenko became increasingly reliant on Russia.
**Belarus Continues to Host Russian Troops and Missiles**
Despite not being directly involved in Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Belarus continues to host Russian troops and missiles on its territory. In fact, Lukashenko recently asked Putin to deploy the Oreshnik missile systems in Belarus, which were used by Russia to strike Ukraine.
**Upcoming Presidential Election in Belarus**
Belarus will be holding its next presidential election on January 26, where Lukashenko is expected to be handed a seventh term in office. The election has been marred by controversy, with Lukashenko using intimidation and violence to maintain his grip on power.
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