Belarusian opposition condemns Russia for backing Lukashenko

The loan is just prolonging the suffering for Belorussians before the govt collapses there. If Russia really cared about their neighbors, they'd let the 26 yr rule end.

Term limits are necessary for all countries to prevent people from thinking they are the only leader and they get too comfortable for what needs to always be a temporary job.

Russia has no choice. There is a big picture

Russia would gain the respect of Belarusians if they'd assure an orderly transition instead

It'd accomplish both things: (1) no more 26-year hold on power, while (2) preventing the country from descending into chaos

Russia can help both sides