Publication

This paper discusses events in Belarus and how the situation might be changing for Lukashenka. It discusses changes in both Belarus' domestic and foreign positions and their impact on Lukashenka's regime. The author analyzes the chances of a transformation of power in 2011 when the next presidential elections are due to take place. She explores whether the power could be kept in the Lukashenka family given that his eldest son Viktar is often suggested as his most likely successor.