When we studied hegemony, and discussed super powers, lecturers always taught us the biggest super power of all is public opinion. I really think the efforts to confront protestors is futile. You could dispel the protests very quickly if you just called for fresh elections, and allowed them to be free and fair. It is very clear the government does not want this, and this puts it at odds with its own people, which is ultimately self-defeating. I hope this standoff is temporary only, and the inevitable end of Lukashenko happens with as little friction as possible, so life can improve for Belarus. I am a bit annoyed the international community is not doing more to help. I do nonetheless accept this is something Belarus have to do for themselves, and hope Russia does not adversely interfere, to the detriment of Belarus.
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