COVID-19 In Belarus: Lukashenka Visits Ward, Shakes Hands Without Mask Or Gloves
- By Ray Furlong
Safety protocols at a COVID-19 ward in Belarus were completely disregarded during a visit by Alyaksandr Lukashenka, who has faced months of protests against his rule following a disputed presidential election in August. Wearing neither gloves nor mask, Lukashenka shook hands with a medic wearing full protective gear.