Lukashenko Awarded Top Russian Orthodox Honor

Belarus President Lukashenko Awarded Prestigious Russian Orthodox Order MINSK, BELARUS – June 6, 2025 – In a ceremony held today at the Palace of Independence in Minsk, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko was awarded the Order of St. Daniel of Moscow, First Class, by Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia. The award, presented on Lukashenko's 70th birthday, underscores the close ties between the Belarusian government and the Russian Orthodox Church. The video footage shows Patriarch Kirill personally bestowing the order upon President Lukashenko. In his address, Patriarch Kirill praised Lukashenko's contributions to the development of church-state relations in Belarus, stating, "Your commitment to our shared faith and your leadership have brought about tremendous changes in the life of the nation." The Order of St. Daniel of Moscow is a high honor within the Russian Orthodox Church, reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to the church and the nation. The presentation of this award to President Lukashenko is a testament to the strong religious and political bonds between Belarus and Russia.