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Belarus President’s Spokeswoman Denies Ukraine-Russia Talks”>Lukashenko Apologized to Zelensky Over Ukraine Invasion

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko did not apologize to Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky during a phone call in the early days of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to a statement by Lukashenko’s press secretary, Natalia Eismeont.

The denial comes following an interview given by Zelensky to American podcaster Lex Fridman, where the Ukrainian President claimed that Lukashenko had expressed remorse for Russian rockets striking Ukraine from Belarusian territory and suggested retaliatory strikes on the Mозырский нефтеперерабатывающий завод (Mozyr Oil Refinery).

Eismeont clarified that the phone call indeed took place, attributing the connection to Lukashenko’s younger son, Nichols, who had Zelensky’s direct contact. She elaborated on the conversation’s contents, asserting that Lukashenko emphasized the conflict’s origins in Ukraine and advocate for diplomatic dialogue, leading to talks in Belarus and later in Istanbul.

"Our President did not offer any apologies to President Zelensky," Eismeont stated. "There’s no reason for us to apologize, as we haven’t done anything wrong."

Belarus‘ Leader Lukashenko Apologized to Putin'”>Zelensky for Russian Missile Strikes, Proposed Targeting Oil Refinery During Early Days of Ukraine War

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko apologized for Russian missile strikes launched from Belarusian territory during the early days of the Ukraine war. Zelensky shared this information during an interview with American podcaster Lex Friedman.

According to Zelensky, the conversation with Lukashenko took place within the first few days of the full-scale war. Lukashenko apologized, saying, "This is not me. They’re firing rockets from my territory, and it’s Putin doing it." Zelensky quoted Lukashenko as saying, "I’m sorry. Trust me, Volodya, this is not me. I don’t control it; it’s just rockets, and it’s Putin…"

Zelensky, in response, labeled Lukashenko an "equal culprit," emphasizing that missiles were launched from Belarusian soil. When Lukashenko suggested that Ukraine retaliate by striking the Mозырский (Mozyrsky) oil refinery, Zelensky was incredulous, asking, "What are you talking about? What kind of response is that?"

Zelensky clarified that this conversation occurred during the second or third day of the war.

Ukrainian President Stuns With Revelations of Lukashenko‘s Remorse, Then Shocking Proposal

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has revealed a striking conversation he had with Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko in the early days of the war. In a podcast with Lex Fridman, released by the President’s office last Sunday, Zelensky shared insights into a troubling dialogue that left him, and potentially the world, taken aback.

Zelensky began by stating that Lukashenko, in their initial conversations, repeatedly insisted he was not responsible for the rockets being launched from Belarus into Ukrainian territory. Lukashenko even went as far as trying to shift blame, reportedly telling Zelensky, "Volodya, it’s not me. I’ve tried to dissuade Vladimir [Putin] from this."

In response, Zelensky calmly but firmly retorted, "You’re just as guilty." To which Lukashenko oddly replied, "We can’t fight against the Russians."

This exchange, incomprehensible as it may seem, was not the most astonishing part of the conversation. Zelensky then recounted an alarming proposition from Lukashenko. In an apparent bid to retaliate, Lukashenko suggested that Ukraine strike the Mozyr Oil Refinery in Belarus, stating it held significant value to him.

The reveal of these exchanges has sent waves of surprise through the international community, offering a piercing glimpse into the convoluted dynamics at play between these leaders.

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Ukraine War: Zelensky Reveals Strange Conversation with Belarus‘ Lukashenko

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered a rare glimpse into a peculiar conversation he had with Belarusian strongman Alexander Lukashenko at the outset of the war with Russia. In an interview with American podcaster Lex Friedman, Zelensky recounted the surreal exchange that took place within the first few days of Russia’s full-scale invasion.

Lukashenko, who has been widely condemned for allowing Russia to use Belarusian territory for military operations, called Zelensky to express his regrets, according to the Ukrainian leader. "He told me, ‘Volodya, it’s not me, it’s Putin. I have no control over the Russian rockets being launched into Ukraine from here,’" Zelensky recalls Lukashenko saying.

Zelensky responded by labeling Lukashenko as complicit, inviting him to explain how he could let this happen on his watch. Rather than taking responsibility, Lukashenko doubled down on his alliance with Russia, stating, "You can’t fight the Russians." Then, in an unexpected turn, he suggested Ukraine should strike a vital target in Belarus—its Mозырский НПЗ, or Mозырский oil refinery.

"Blow up the oil refinery," Lukashenko reportedly said. "You know how much it means to me."

This isn’t the first time Zelensky has spoken about his wish for a diplomatic solution to the conflict. Earlier, he told Friedman that Ukraine would agree to a ceasefire if its Western allies provided weaponry to deter future Russian aggression. He also stressed that direct talks with Russia are only possible once robust security guarantees are on the table from the U.S. and Europe.

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