According to various estimates, from 100,000 to even 200,000 people took part in the Sunday demonstration in Minsk. people. The demonstrators approached the Independence Palace, where the president’s residence is located Bia³orusi Alyaksandr Lukashenka. There, the police OMON and cars with water cannons to disperse the crowds blocked their way.
The president’s press service released a recording of Alyaksandr Lukashenka to the Belarusian media leaving the machine in a bulletproof vest and with a weapon in his hand. This was supposed to be proof that President he did not leave Minsk, despite the ongoing demonstration.
Minsk: Snipers at the Independence Palace
Photos published in the media show that there were snipers at the Palace of Independence.
Alyaksandr Lukashenka met with the services that blocked the demonstrators’ access to the building. During the meeting, the Belarusian politician was applauded. “Guys, thank you” – said Lukashenka.
“These films of Lukashenka with a rifle, intended to show his determination and loyalty in the force sector, also build the image of a lonely dictator in a besieged fortress. An attempt to intimidate the movement. protestwhich is pierced by fear “- commented on Twitter Adam Eberhardt, director of the Center for Eastern Studies.
