Belarus begins exercises involving combat use of nuclear weapons

On Monday, May 18, Belarus launched military drills involving the combat use of nuclear weapons and nuclear support units.

The Belarusian Ministry of Defense announced this on its website, according to Ukrinform citing Zerkalo.io.

The Belarusian defense ministry stated that the maneuvers are being conducted "to increase the readiness of the armed forces to use modern means of destruction, including special munitions."

Missile forces and aviation units are taking part in the exercises. It is claimed that during the maneuvers, "in cooperation with the Russian side," troops will practice the delivery of nuclear munitions and preparations for their use.

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