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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Russia’s main ally, which has led an offensive in Ukraine for six months, has sent a congratulatory message to the Ukrainian people on the occasion of Independence Day, his cabinet announced.
I am convinced that the current differences will not be able to destroy the centuries-old foundation of sincere neighboring relations between the peoples of the two countries, ”Lukashenko said in the message.
Belarus will continue to advocate “strengthening friendly contacts based on mutual respect at all levels” with kyiv, he said.
The Belarusian president wished Ukrainians a peaceful sky, tolerance, courage and strength to restore a good life, ”added the presidential press service.
A former Soviet republic, Ukraine celebrates Independence Day today, which also marks six months of the Russian offensive in that country.
Moscow’s main ally, the Belarusian president, in power since 1994, opened his country’s territory to the Russian army so that it could launch its attack on Ukraine on February 24.
Source: Observadora
