Belarus’ leader slams Russian talk of taking over his nation

MINSK, Belarus (AP) — The leader of Belarus has accused some politicians in Russia of floating the prospect of incorporating his nation, and warned that he wouldn’t let it happen.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko also criticized the Kremlin’s plan to raise crude oil prices for Belarus, describing it as part of efforts to persuade his country to join Russia.
Lukashenko has ruled the 10-million nation with an iron hand for nearly a quarter century, cracking down on disse