Russia May Oust Lukashenko After Vote, Belarus Opposition Says
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Relations between Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and Russia have deteriorated so far that the Kremlin is seeking to oust him, a Belarusian opposition leader said.
At least one Russian-backed candidate is standing against Lukashenko in presidential elections on Dec. 19, even though the electoral system means he has no chance of winning, Alexander Milinkevich said in an interview in Berlin. Russia will step up efforts to replace Lukashenko after the vote, probably resulting in his removal within the next 18 months, he said.