Storylines of Belarusian state television channels, January-March 2022 

BELARUSIAN INTERNAL NARRATIVESIn August, state media continued to cultivate an image of Lukashenko as the sole leader with no alternative, whose merits are inextricably linked to the country’s achievements.

PRINCIPAL LINES OF BELARUSIAN PROPAGANDA BELARUSPropaganda media continues to exploit official holidays and commemorative dates to strengthen Alexander Lukashenko’s grip on power.

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SUMMARIES OF VIEWSThis issue is largely dedicated to an overview of the propaganda response to events related to Russia’s war against Ukraine.

MAIN EVENTS IN MAY AND THE RESPONSE FROM PROPAGANDA OUTLETS BELARUSIn May, two “Soviet” holidays were celebrated with pomp – International Workers' Day on May 1 and Victory Day on May 9.

KEY EVENTS IN APRIL AND PROPAGANDA REACTIONS BelarusPropaganda plays an important role in maintaining a system of social control in Belarus.