Understanding Belarus under Alexander Lukashenko

Who is the only European leader supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine?

• Angela Merkel

• Emmanuel Macron

• Alexander Lukashenko

• Boris Johnson

What significant political change did Lukashenko make in early 2024?

• He granted himself lifelong immunity from prosecution

• He declared martial law

• He abolished the parliament

• He introduced a new currency

How many political parties were on the ballot in the recent Belarus elections?

• Eight

• Four

• Two

• Six

What form of support does Belarus receive from Russia?

• Tourism investments

• Agricultural subsidies

• Military bases

• Loans and cheap energy

What role did Russia play in Lukashenko's political survival after the 2020 protests?

• Russia provided military troops

• Russia offered diplomatic support

• Russia promised police support and financial aid

• Russia imposed sanctions on Belarus