Self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenka stated that he is ready to meet with US President Donald Trump after the preparation of a "grand deal" between the countries. This is reported by Reuters, writes UNN.
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In an interview with the Russian TV channel RT, Lukashenka noted that the parties should agree on the parameters of the agreements before a possible contact at the highest level.
We are ready for a deal, but it must be prepared in such a way that it reflects the interests of both the United States and Belarus
He added that the potential agreement should cover a wider range of issues than just the lifting of sanctions.
We have many more issues to resolve, and this is the subject of a grand deal
Context
Lukashenka is an ally of Vladimir Putin and supported the Russian invasion of Ukraine, although Belarusian troops did not directly participate in the hostilities.
In March, Trump's special representative John Cole stated that a possible visit of Lukashenka to the US could take place in the near future.
Belarus is under Western sanctions due to human rights violations and support for Russia in the war against Ukraine.
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