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Lukashenko has prohibited prosecuting himself after stepping down from the position of the President of Belarus

04 Jan, 2024
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Lukashenko has prohibited prosecuting himself after stepping down from the position of the President of Belarus

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He has signed amendments to the "On the President" law, granting immunity to the resigned president and his family for any crimes committed during his tenure. No legal actions or deprivation of freedom are allowed against him. his information is reported by "Radio Svoboda."

The former president of Belarus retains immunity for his property, assets, correspondence, and the right to lifelong state protection.

After stepping down, the president will receive state-owned real estate for permanent residence, including "a land plot with capital structures located on it" as a gift.

Upon ceasing the execution of presidential duties, the ex-president becomes a delegate of the All-Belarusian People's Assembly and a lifelong member of the Council of the Republic.

A citizen of Belarus who is at least 40 years old, has permanently resided in the country for at least 20 years before the elections, and does not possess foreign residency can run for the position of president.

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