Belarus holds nuclear weapons drills, Defence Ministry says
Belarus is conducting nuclear weapons drills to enhance personnel training and test the readiness of its Airborne Forces. The Defence Ministry stated that the exercises are not aimed at any other state and do not pose regional security threats. Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed that Moscow maintains control over the nuclear weapons stationed in Belarus.
- ▪Belarus is conducting training exercises involving Russian nuclear weapons.
- ▪The aim of the drills is to improve personnel training and test military readiness.
- ▪The Defence Ministry emphasized that the exercises do not target any other state.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 11 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 3 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Belarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russia — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ Russia and Belarus stage joint nuclear weapons drills — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ Belarus launches joint drills with Russia to practice nuclear weapons use — ABC News — International
- ▪ Belarus holds nuclear weapons drills, defence ministry says — Straits Times — World
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Belarus, which hosts Russian nuclear weapons, said on Monday (May 18, 2026) it was conducting training in their use.“The aim of the exercise is to improve the personnel’s level of training, to test the Airborne Forces’ readiness to carry out their tasks, and to organise combat operations from unplanned areas,” the Defence Ministry said in a statement.It said the training was not directed against any other State and did not pose security threats in the region.Russian President Vladimir Putin has made clear that Moscow retains control of nuclear weapons deployed in Belarus.
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