Belarus and Russia Conduct Joint Nuclear Exercise

Belarus and Russia conducted a joint exercise focused on the combat use of nuclear weapons. The exercise increased regional security concerns.

Scraper SystemMay 21, 2026, 07:28 PM

Belarus and Russia Conduct Joint Nuclear Exercise

According to a statement by the Belarus Ministry of Defense, a joint nuclear exercise with Russia has begun. In the exercise, Belarusian soldiers carried out nuclear ammunition preparations for missile systems together with Russia. The Russian side conducted drills to bring nuclear weapon units to the highest level of combat readiness. It was stated that air forces and missile units participated in the exercise, and preparations for the delivery and use of nuclear ammunition were worked on. The Belarusian administration claims that the exercise was planned, does not target third countries, and does not pose a threat to regional security. However, this development has increased security concerns in the region. In Ukraine and Western capitals, there are assessments that the military integration between Belarus and Russia could escalate regional tensions.