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Lukashenko: Use of nuclear weapons is absolutely unacceptable

MINSK, 5 May (BelTA) – The use of nuclear weapons is absolutely unacceptable, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with AP, BelTA has learned.

The journalist asked Aleksandr Lukashenko's opinion on the hypothetical use of nuclear weapons in the event of the prolongation of the hostilities in Ukraine and whether he considers it acceptable at all, whether this is some kind of red line in this case.

"I am absolutely sure that the use of nuclear weapons is unacceptable, also because of the proximity. We are not so far away like the United States. This may deorbit our planet and send us spiraling into space.... The use of nuclear weapons is unacceptable," Aleksandr Lukashenko said unequivocally.

He also continued: "Whether Russia can do it or not… You  need to address this question to the leadership of Russia.”

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