Lukashenko and Putin congratulated each other

On New Year's Eve, the heads of state of Belarus and Russia – Alexander Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin – exchanged greetings. Lukashenko highly praised the Russian president's New Year address, which he had already personally watched online. Both sides discussed current issues, including recent events related to drone attacks on the residence of the President of Russia. Other important matters were also addressed during the conversation. According to the leaders, Lukashenko and Putin agreed on upcoming meetings after the New Year and on joint events.

Context

Exchanging New Year greetings and discussing current issues is a common practice within the framework of business relations between Belarus and Russia.