How much does Lukashenka's new residence cost?

Lukashenka refuted the words of his aides and confirmed that his new residence was being constructed in Arlouskaya Street in Minsk.

This information is contained in the appeal of the political council of the United Civil Party to the Belarusian prime minister. The document demands to provide public with all information about the construction costs, including a copy of a decision on the construction.

“It is obvious that the construction works are being performed not out of Lukashenka's personal funds or donations of private investors, but at the expense of the country's budget. In this situation millions of Belarusian taxpayers have the right to know how much the comfort and luxury of top officials cost.

The political council of the United Civil Party says the amount of squandered state funds and privileges of the ruling clique goes beyond the bounds of decency. Construction of a residence amid economic and financial crisis, when war veterans didn't even receive one-time bonuses on Victory Day, is defiance to entire society. This is another proof of all-permissiveness of the authorities and absence of public control over their actions,” the statement says.

Information about construction of a new residence for the ruler in Arlouskaya Street in Minsk appeared last year. The construction site is strictly guarded so that people are not allowed there without special permission. The territory is surrounded by a non-transparent metal fence and CCTV cameras are mounted on every pole.