Belarus says there are attempts to drag it into Ukraine war, points at West
June 25, 2026 10:51
MOSCOW: Belarus perceives a “blatant” attempt to drag it into the war in Ukraine, Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin said on Thursday, warning of growing external pressure on the country.
Khrenin did not specify who he believed was behind such efforts, but appeared to point the finger at the West.
“Efforts are under way to prolong, and even expand, the hot conflict unleashed by the West in Ukraine. Today, we are acutely aware of a blatant attempt to drag Belarus into the war,” Khrenin said in comments published by his ministry.
