Lukashenko Signals Readiness for ‘Great Deal’ and Meeting with Donald Trump

Lukashenko Signals Readiness for ‘Great Deal’ and Meeting with Donald Trump

The Belarusian leader confirmed ongoing negotiations with Washington to settle “certain issues,” following a series of prisoner releases and the easing of US sanctions.

Belarusian President Lukashenko negotiates with US despite West’s threats

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said that, while he knows the West wants him ousted, he is engaging in negotiations because he believes it serves his country’s economic interests. Minsk and Washington have held several rounds of talks this year, discussing what US President Donald Trump has described as “a big deal” aimed at normalising relations between the two nations. These discussions include the release of political prisoners, eas…