Lukashenko Presses Officials on Housing and Rent Arrears

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko has pressed local authorities to ensure that newly built rental housing is occupied quickly, pointing to a rise in empty rental apartments. He also raised the problem of overdue payments for rent and utilities, saying some residents cannot pay even small amounts. Lukashenko asked officials to explain why housing construction slowed in the first half of 2026 and set out priorities for state-supported housing so that people can move in and live there.