International Observers Give Positive Assessment of Belarus Election Preparations in Gomel

International Observers Report Positive Assessment of Belarus Presidential Election Campaign in Gomel Gomel, Belarus – A team of international election observers from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) recently completed a monitoring mission in Gomel, Belarus, during the ongoing presidential election campaign. Their observations focused on the preparations and procedures leading up to the election. The mission included visits to regional and local election commissions, where they reviewed the distribution of ballots and informational materials. "The election preparations in Gomel are proceeding smoothly," stated Yury Klemez, an international observer and director of the CIS Election Monitoring Department. "We've established a headquarters to collect information and analyze the process. Our initial assessment is positive." The observers also visited polling stations to assess their readiness and security measures. They noted the use of new voting booths designed to enhance transparency and the presence of video cameras to ensure the integrity of the voting process. One election official, Alyona Parshkova, head of a local polling station, highlighted the extensive training given to election officials to handle various situations. "We conduct regular training," she stated, "covering different scenarios, ensuring all members of the commission are well-prepared for election day." The CIS observers will release an interim report on their findings early next week. Their observations offer a valuable insight into the conduct of the election campaign in Gomel and contribute to the overall international assessment of the election process in Belarus.