Minsk: Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday expressed his support for the Russian idea of uniting all countries facing sanctions, state news agency Belta reported.

According to Anadolu Agency, Lukashenko explained at a government meeting that the Russian Foreign Ministry approached him as Chairman of the Supreme State Council to consider the issue and 'somehow unite all those under sanctions.' He mentioned that China has also been convinced of this initiative, noting, "They don't need persuasion; they understand they'll be next."

Lukashenko highlighted that 50 countries are currently under direct sanctions, which indirectly affect 'hundreds of states.' He emphasized that if these nations unite and reach an agreement, it could intimidate those who have imposed the sanctions against them.