Alexander Lukashenka
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Alexander Lukashenko was born on August 30, 1954 in Kopyś[1][2][3][4][5][6] and holds citizenship of both Belarus and the Soviet Union[7]. His mother is Kaciaryna Łukašenka[7], and his native language is Belarusian[8]. He has three children: Nikolai Lukashenko, Viktor Lukashenko, and Dmitry Lukashenko[9].
Lukashenko's education includes attendance at Alexandrya Secondary School, Mahilow State A. Kulašow University, and the Faculty of Economy of the Belarusian State Agricultural Academy[7][10]. His occupations span politician, director, political commissar, teacher, and economist[7][11], with politics as his primary field[7].
Since 1994, Lukashenko has served as President of Belarus. Earlier positions include member of the Supreme Soviet of Belarus from 1990 to 1991 and member of the 12th convocation of the Supreme Soviet of the Byelorussian SSR.
Among his awards are the Medal "In Commemoration of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow", Order of the Cross of St. Euphrosyne of Polotsk, 1st Class, Order of José Martí, honorary citizen of Yerevan, Order of St. Sergius of Radonezh 1st class, and Order of Saint Righteous Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy plus two additional honors.
Key Facts
- Mother: Kaciaryna Łukašenka[9]
- Spouse: Galina Lukashenko[10]
- Child: Nikolai Lukashenko[11], Viktor Lukashenko[12], Dmitry Lukashenko[13]
- Country of citizenship: Belarus[14]
- Native language: Belarusian[15], Russian[16]
- Ethnic group: Belarusians[17], Ukrainians[18]
- Field of work: politics[19]
- Position held: President of Belarus[20], president[21]
- Educated at: Alexandrya Secondary School[22]
- Award received: Medal "In Commemoration of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow"[23], Order of the Cross of St. Euphrosyne of Polotsk, 1st Class[24], Order of José Martí[25], honorary citizen of Yerevan[26], Order of St. Sergius of Radonezh 1st class[27], Order of Saint Righteous Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy[28], Order of the Liberator[29], Order of St. Prince Vladimir[30], Order of Francisco de Miranda[31], Order of the Republic of Serbia[32], Presidential Order of Excellence[33], Ig Nobel Prize[34], Order of St. Sava[35], Order of Alexander Nevsky[36]
- Religion or worldview: atheism[37]
- Sex or gender: male[38]
- Member of sports team: Команда президента Білорусі[39]
- Member of political party: independent politician[40]
- Military branch: Belarusian Armed Forces[41]
- Commons category: Alexander Lukashenko[42]
- Military, police or special rank: lieutenant colonel[43], podpolkovnik[44], reservist[45]
- Residence: Independence Palace, Minsk[46]
- Participated in conflict: full-scale Russo-Ukrainian war[47]
Why It Matters
Alexander Lukashenka has Wikipedia articles in 30 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[48] He is known by 91 alternative names across languages and contexts.[49]
FAQs
Where was Alexander Lukashenka born?
Alexander Lukashenka was born in Kopyś[2].
Who were Alexander Lukashenka's parents?
Alexander Lukashenka's mother was Kaciaryna Łukašenka[9].
Who was Alexander Lukashenka married to?
Alexander Lukashenka's spouses include Galina Lukashenko[10].
What did Alexander Lukashenka do for work?
Alexander Lukashenka worked as a politician[3], director[4], political commissar[5], teacher[6], and economist[7].
Where did Alexander Lukashenka go to school?
Alexander Lukashenka was educated at Alexandrya Secondary School[22].
What awards did Alexander Lukashenka receive?
Honors received include Medal "In Commemoration of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow"[23], Order of the Cross of St. Euphrosyne of Polotsk, 1st Class[24], Order of José Martí[25], and honorary citizen of Yerevan[26].