Since Lukashenko something happened. He must go - Gorbachev

Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev said that President Alexander Lukashenko should step down as president.

"He's almost 20 years there in charge, so of course the changes are necessary," - said Gorbachev at a press conference.

Former Soviet leader said that has always supported and defended by Lukashenko, who opposed the Belovezh agreements. And now, "acting like a bull in a china shop."

"I know its a long time, but now something has happened to him" - suggested Gorbachev, noting that "you can be confident but not cocky." "So much so, that he took the hand (the son Kolya) and preparing their successors, as though we have there the kingdom of Belarus" - said Gorbachev.

He advised Lukashenko to reform, warning that it may lose its support not only in Russia but also in Belarus. "How he entered after the election, I do not share, and it is necessary to know - Gorbachev said. - It is unlikely that they will now for Lukashenko. We must now corrected itself."