Belarussian Official Condemns Western Interference in Elections

Belarussian Election Official Condemns Western Interference, Vows to Protect Electoral Sovereignty Minsk, Belarus – Igor Karpenko, chairman of the Central Election Commission of Belarus, recently gave an interview addressing the ongoing pressure from Western nations. He stated that the West's actions, including sanctions and the refusal to recognize Belarusian elections, constitute interference in Belarus's internal affairs. "The collective West does not cease attempts to interfere in the internal affairs of Belarus," Karpenko said, highlighting the sanctions imposed and the non-recognition of the elections as key examples of this pressure. Karpenko emphasized Belarus's determination to defend its electoral sovereignty. He underscored the country's commitment to ensuring fair and transparent elections, despite the external pressures. The interview highlights the ongoing tensions between Belarus and the West and the Belarusian government's response to these challenges.