Supporters of Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko were filmed gathering at Independence square in Minsk on Sunday.

They carried Belarusian flags and chanted slogans in support of the country’s long time leader.

"I came here because I want to live in a peaceful country. I don’t support attacks on police officers, I don’t support mixing up of Molotov cocktails, [I don’t want] hammering nails into sticks. It is a crime against your own people. That is why I am here. As the recent events show, the peaceful country is possible with Lukashenko [in power], that’s why I am here," - said one of the attendees.

Lukashenko was expected to address the rally later on Sunday. 

This is the first demonstration in his support since the country was swept by anti-government protests after he was re-elected for another term on Sunday.