"Good Advice" - Cole Noted Lukashenko's Role in Resolving Conflict in Ukraine

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is giving good advice on resolving the conflict in Ukraine. US Special Representative John Cole told reporters following talks with the Belarusian head of state in Minsk, BELTA reports.

"I've spoken with your President on various issues. He's helping us, advising us on what to do with the war between Russia and Ukraine. This is good advice. Various issues like this," the US envoy said.

Regarding the progress of the peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and Belarus's role in it, John Cole noted the long-standing good relations that have developed between Alexander Lukashenko and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

"Your President has a long history with President Putin and has the ability to advise him. This is very useful in this situation. They are longtime friends and have the necessary level of relationship to discuss such issues. Naturally, President Putin may accept some advice and not others. This is a way to facilitate the process," said John Cole.