Ukraine ups security as Russia holds nuclear strike drills with Belarus
Ukraine has increased security measures along its northern border with Belarus due to ongoing nuclear drills conducted by Russia. The drills involve the delivery of nuclear munitions to Belarus, raising concerns of a potential new offensive against Ukraine. NATO is closely monitoring the situation, warning of severe consequences in response to any nuclear attack.
- ▪Ukraine has implemented enhanced security measures in its northern regions near Belarus.
- ▪Russia's Defense Ministry confirmed the delivery of nuclear munitions to Belarus for joint exercises.
- ▪NATO Secretary General warned that the alliance's reaction to a Russian nuclear attack would be devastating.
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World Ukraine bolsters border security as Russia says nuclear munitions sent to Belarus for exercises Updated on: May 21, 2026 / 8:08 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google Kyiv — Ukraine is implementing "enhanced security measures in the northern regions" near its border with Belarus as Russia holds joint nuclear drills with its close ally, for which Moscow says "nuclear munitions were delivered" to field storage facilities.Kyiv announced the heightened security posture along its northern border Thursday after warning for weeks of a possible fresh attack coming from Belarus, Russia's chief regional ally.
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