Pre-Election Polls for Coordination Council Indicate Pavel Latushka Retains Highest Public Trust
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Source: nashaniva.com
According to recent polling data, the coalition led by Pavel Latushka and Movement "For Freedom" could secure an absolute majority of seats in the political representation of Belarus' independent society.
Despite being the primary target of the regime's most aggressive propaganda "heavy artillery," the Deputy Head of the United Transitional Cabinet remains untarnished. The former Minister of Culture, who joined the democratic movement in 2020, continues to be one of the opposition's most popular figures.
This trend is confirmed by online polls regarding the popularity of candidate lists for the 4th Convocation of the Coordination Council, with elections scheduled for May 11–17, 2026.
Few have the courage to cast their vote for the Coordination Council amidst ongoing repression. In the 2024 elections, 6,700 people voted via the electronic platform, despite the regime's attempts to use propaganda for intimidation and discredit. Nevertheless, their voting patterns remain broadly representative of the wider opposition support base.
In a poll launched by Reform.news on April 20—which, according to observations by Nasha Niva, has so far remained free of the artificial 'vote-stuffing' typically signaled by sudden spikes in data—voter preferences were distributed as follows:
As of 2:58 PM, approximately 55% of decided voters intended to vote for the Pavel Latushka and Movement 'For Freedom'. This marks a significant increase from the 2024 elections, where he secured roughly 35% of the vote.
Latushka’s block faces no clear rival. The 'Volya' list, primarily composed of current and former Kalinouski Regiment volunteers, is polling at approximately 9%. Meanwhile, the 'European Choice' list—led by Valery Matskevich, Chief of Staff of the United Transitional Cabinet—and blogger Tatiana Martynova’s 'Enough Fearing' list are each drawing around 7% of the vote.
An earlier poll conducted by Euroradio yielded similar results, though it was briefly compromised by artificial 'vote-stuffing' in favor of the 'Law and Order' block.
It appears the public views Pavel Latushka as a substantial figure capable of withstanding the pressure and worthily representing Belarusians. Ultimately, the regime’s smear campaigns only seem to strengthen the trust placed in him.
It appears that the desertion or alleged espionage activity of Anzhalika Melnikava—who was originally nominated as Council Speaker by Latushka himself—has not undermined public trust in him.
Meanwhile, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, who had previously maintained a skeptical stance toward the Coordination Council, has nevertheless urged Belarusians to cast their votes for the body.
"Those who have decided to run for the Coordination Council have made a conscious choice. They understood exactly what they would face: pressure, threats, and risks—yet they chose to stand anyway. This earns my deepest respect.
Belarus is built with every decision, with every choice. The Coordination Council will be exactly what we make of it. At this stage of the campaign, it is especially important not to rush, but to carefully study the lists, the individuals running for the Council, and the substance of their programs. An informed choice begins with understanding. The better we know who and what we are voting for, the stronger our collective position will be. Now is the time to read, compare, look into the essence of these platforms, and decide—so that our voice is not just a vote, but a responsible choice for the future of Belarus," says Tsikhanouskaya.
Elections for the 4th Convocation of the Coordination Council will take place from May 11 to May 17, featuring nine electoral blocks and 174 candidates.
In her video address, the democratic leader expressed her gratitude to everyone who continues to support Belarus through their words and actions. She emphasized that meaningful change begins with active participation.
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