Belarusian Politician Calls Sanctions 'Toilet Paper', Criticizes EU Actions

MINSK, May 15, 2025 – Oleg Gaidukevich, deputy chairman of the Belarusian parliament's international affairs committee and leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, sharply criticized Western sanctions against Belarus in a recent interview. He stated, "They are stamping out toilet paper!" Gaidukevich argued that the sanctions are largely ineffective and compared them to meaningless actions. He also commented on the European Parliament's involvement, suggesting their resolutions are unproductive. His remarks highlight ongoing debates about the impact of international sanctions and the perspectives of Belarusian political figures.