Belarusian leader, Alexander Lukashenko has, somewhat surprisingly, congratulated the Ukrainian people on their Independence Day.
Belarus has been Russia’s main ally in its invasion and allowed Russian troops to enter Ukraine through its border.
In a message, Lukashenko said he is convinced that today’s disagreements will not be able to destroy the centuries-old foundation of sincere, good-neighbourly relations between the peoples of the two countries.
He adds that Belarus will continue to stand for the “preservation of agreement, development of friendly and mutually respectful contacts at all levels”.
The Belarusian leader also wishes Ukrainians “a peaceful sky, tolerance, bravery, strength and success in restoring a dignified life.”
(Editor: Ifeanyi Mark)
