Lukashenko calls himself 'last dictator of Europe'

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko referred to himself as the 'last dictator of Europe' during a recent appearance, adding that he would not be offended by the label. He stated, 'Be glad that you're meeting with the last dictator of Europe. There won't be any others.' The remark appears to be a defiant acknowledgment of his long-standing authoritarian rule, which has drawn widespread international criticism. Lukashenko has been in power since 1994 and has faced sanctions over human rights abuses and election rigging.