Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko freed eight political prisoners Friday, in what his press office called an "act of mercy" ahead of elections set to extend his grip on power.

Belarus will always follow the path of true democracy and respect for human rights, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko ...

Belarusians will vote on Sunday in a presidential election that is all but certain to see President Alexander Lukashenko win ...

"This piece of land given to us by God is our only home. And this home is not for sale for any money," the head of state emphasized.