Lukashenko's conversation was extremely informative, with Wagner, Belarus, and Lukashenko preparing to send troops to defend Moscow

According to TASS, Belarusian President Lukashenko said in a meeting with foreign and Belarusian media representatives on the 6th that the founder of the Russian private military group Wagner, Prigorn, is "not in Belarus", and Wagner's soldiers are still in permanent Russian camps because their resettlement issues have not been resolved.

The Belarusian leaders also talked about the situation in Ukraine. He believes that negotiations to resolve the conflict may begin in the autumn, as there are many signs that the situation will soon change.

TASS compiled the key points of Lukashenko's conversation.

About Wagner

According to reports, Lukashenko stated that soldiers from Wagner Private Military Company are still in permanent camps within Russia. Its founder, Prigoren, is free, but he is not in Belarus, he is in St. Petersburg.

Lukashenko said that the issue of Wagner's redeployment has not been resolved yet. Minsk proposed some decommissioned military camps to Wagner, but Wagner had a different idea. "Of course, I won't tell you this idea."

Lukashenko also said that there would be no risk if Wagner were to deploy in Belarus. Russian leaders and Wagner will make their decision. In Belarus, Wagner will defend national interests. "We will sign a contract with them to clarify legal obligations, and everything will be stated in the contract. Then, at the legal level, the Presidential Decree will determine the relevant restrictions and scope."

Lukashenko stated that Wagner will be happy to impart military experience to the Belarusian armed forces. "If it needs to be put into practice, we will take immediate action."

Lukashenko said that Prigoren told him that Wagner will "continue to work for Russia's interests and will fulfill his duties from beginning to end.".

▲ Information image: Belarusian President Lukashenko. Shen Jizhong

Regarding Russia's attitude

The report states that Lukashenko has agreed to meet with Russian President Putin in the near future to discuss the issue of Prigo's presidency. Lukashenko said that he and Putin will work together in the same boat.

Lukashenko stated that Russia Belarus relations have been strengthened after joint efforts to resolve the Wagner incident.

Regarding the Wagner rebellion, Lukashenko revealed that Belarus had originally planned to send troops of five to seven aircraft to defend Moscow.

About Ukraine

The report states that negotiations on the Ukrainian issue have reached a deadlock, but Lukashenko believes that reaching a peace agreement is possible. Russia is now willing to negotiate with Ukraine, but the situation will change after the counterattack ends. "Do they still want to talk to you? Ukraine cannot see this, nor do they understand... they need to wake up now," Lukashenko said. He emphasized that one should sit at the negotiation table without any prerequisites.

Lukashenko said, "There are many signs that the situation will change in autumn, and we will sit down to negotiate. Perhaps not in September, it will be later, it should be in autumn."

Lukashenko said that Ukrainian President Zelensky "finally understood that he would not win this war, and that this' counterattack 'would have no consequences for him except for the deaths of thousands of people.". Therefore, he began to demand money and weapons from the West. Zelensky will insist on allowing Ukraine to join NATO and let NATO go to war with Russia.

Lukashenko stated that Europe, especially France, is ready for negotiations. The United States takes a middle ground, but is prepared to negotiate on the Ukrainian issue after the Ukrainian army counterattacks. Even if Ukraine's counterattack fails, it is still a result and negotiations should take place at that time.

He also mentioned that if Russia and Ukraine are willing, Belarus can also become a mediator. But the relationship between Minsk and Kiev has been interrupted. President Lukashenko's son has Zelensky's phone number, and Belarus has no further channels to contact Ukraine.

About the New World Order

Lukashenko said, "The world has simply lost its rationality and gone crazy. Due to games initiated by certain major powers on Earth, the terrifying post World War II world order no longer exists..."

He said that the world is coming to an end to a unipolar order. A multipolar world is emerging, and neither peaceful nor military means can stop this process. This will ensure lasting stability in the world, which depends on several pillars - the United States, the European Union, and China. "I really hope that the former Soviet Union's space can also be consolidated and become a pole."

Lukashenko stated that Moscow should be a united force in the former Soviet space. Russia needs to showcase itself more actively.

Regarding Belarus's nuclear weapons

Lukashenko said that a large portion of nuclear weapons have been deployed to Belarus. All related work will be completed by the end of the year. If nuclear weapons are used, Russia will negotiate with Belarus. "We will not attack the United States, Germany, or the United Kingdom, and we will not use nuclear weapons to attack anyone."

"These weapons are purely for defensive purposes. Don't touch us, you can forget about nuclear weapons. But if you launch aggression, retaliation will be instantaneous. The target has already been determined."

Lukashenko emphasized that military actions in Ukraine will not be a reason for either party to launch a nuclear strike. "If NATO launches aggression against Belarus or Russia, which means invading our territory, then the hands will be released."

About the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant

Lukashenko said that bombing the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant cannot end the war. "This will cause huge losses to the entire Europe, not just Europe, but the Eurasian continent, and the American continent will also be affected."

"The situation is simple: if you, the Americans, and Ukraine, don't want what you're talking about to happen, then it won't happen. Russia doesn't need to blow up the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. It's in the hands of the Russians. Why blow it up?"

Regarding the presidential election in Belarus

Lukashenko said, "I haven't considered a presidential election yet, there's no plan." "I don't think I'm irreplaceable. But I think if I'm still alive after my presidency ends, I'll take this path - to fight for a free and sovereign Belarus."

He said, "I am not a dictator. I am working, not ruling. This is the decision of the people."