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“It’s a great big deal!” Political prisoners as a bargaining chip with the West in Lukashenka’s propaganda narratives
14.11.2025

“It’s a great big deal!” Political prisoners as a bargaining chip with the West in Lukashenka’s propaganda narratives

How Belarusian political prisoners went from being “common criminals” and “extremists” to becoming a bargaining chip and a tool for legitimizing Lukashenka in the rhetoric of official Minsk – in an analytical review by iSANS.

“We get along with dictatorship just like Adam did with God” Main propaganda narratives targeting Belarus in the third quarter of 2025
03.11.2025

“We get along with dictatorship just like Adam did with God” Main propaganda narratives targeting Belarus in the third quarter of 2025

Main narratives of Belarusian and Russian propaganda targeting Belarus in the third quarter of 2025.

Disappointment with Trump. Main narratives of Belarusian and Russian propaganda targeting Belarus in the second quarter of 2025
28.07.2025

Disappointment with Trump. Main narratives of Belarusian and Russian propaganda targeting Belarus in the second quarter of 2025

In Q2 2025, Belarusan propaganda returned to its roots: America is no longer a friend, Trump is a disappointment. But Russia and China remain loyal allies. And inside the country they are looking for a “national idea”, building a cult of personality.

“The American Trojan Horse”. Belarusian propaganda on Karol Nawrocki’s victory in the Polish presidential election
13.06.2025

“The American Trojan Horse”. Belarusian propaganda on Karol Nawrocki’s victory in the Polish presidential election

Karol Nawrocki won the elections in Poland (after the second round). Belarusian propaganda followed closely: candidates were portrayed as lacking independence, the vote called unfair, and Nawrocki’s victory framed as a sign of a coming political crisis. More in ISANS' review.

Lukashenka between Trump and Putin. Belarusian propaganda in the first quarter of 2025
10.05.2025

Lukashenka between Trump and Putin. Belarusian propaganda in the first quarter of 2025

“Trump did in one month what Putin couldn’t do in 25 years — he divided and weakened the West”. In the first quarter of 2025, Belarusian state propaganda made a sharp turn: the U.S. ceased to be an “enemy” and was suddenly portrayed as being “in the same boat” with Russia and Belarus.

“Aliaksandr Lukashenka is the leader of the Russian world”: Belarusian propaganda in the pre-election period at the end of 2024
15.02.2025

“Aliaksandr Lukashenka is the leader of the Russian world”: Belarusian propaganda in the pre-election period at the end of 2024

Main narratives of Belarusian and Russian propaganda targeting at Belarus in the 4th quarter of 2024.

Military propaganda of the Lukashenka regime against Poland and NATO: Dangerous incitement of hatred
11.12.2024

Military propaganda of the Lukashenka regime against Poland and NATO: Dangerous incitement of hatred

This report presents the main elements of the regime’s propaganda, its language, and the mythology it creates. It focuses on anti-Polish and anti-NATO rhetoric, and manipulation through the migration crisis and history.

The Belarusian Nuclear Myth
10.12.2024

The Belarusian Nuclear Myth

The threat of using nuclear weapons has become part of the everyday diplomatic and expert rhetoric of authoritarian regimes. This concerns conflicts not only between states possessing nuclear weapons, but also with countries without them.

“We kneel to beg the Chief to stay”. Main narratives of Belarusian and Russian propaganda aimed at Belarus in the 3rd quarter of 2024
30.10.2024

“We kneel to beg the Chief to stay”. Main narratives of Belarusian and Russian propaganda aimed at Belarus in the 3rd quarter of 2024

Q3 2024 propaganda aimed at Belarus includes pleas for Lukashenka’s continued rule, demonization of the West, and promotion of integration with Russia. This analysis dissects these narratives and their role in reinforcing regime loyalty and public submission

Evidence of complicity of the Lukashenko regime in Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine
24.09.2024

Evidence of complicity of the Lukashenko regime in Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine

The data collected and verified by us during the monitoring allow us to state that the illegitimate regime of Aliaksandr Lukashenko, which usurped power in Belarus, actively contributed to Russia’s aggression against Ukraine through its actions

«There is no need to shy away from the words propaganda and counter-propaganda»
08.09.2024

«There is no need to shy away from the words propaganda and counter-propaganda»

Main trends in Belarusian and Russian propaganda directed at Belarus in the second quarter of 2024 (April - June 2024) EXECUTIVE SUMMARY PROPAGANDA NARRATIVES: BELARUS AND THE “UNION STATE”- The upcoming presidential elections in 2025 are gradually becoming the main factor influencing the Belarusian propaganda agenda.

“In the Country with Lukashenka, you want to be a Woman”. Main narratives of the Belarusian propaganda and Russian propaganda targeting Belarus, in the First Quarter of 2024
15.06.2024

“In the Country with Lukashenka, you want to be a Woman”. Main narratives of the Belarusian propaganda and Russian propaganda targeting Belarus, in the First Quarter of 2024

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The propaganda of the Belarusian regime continues to work on the sacralization of presidential power and the strengthening of the personality cult of the authoritarian ruler Aliaksandr Lukashenka.