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General · 21 May 2026

Belarus and Russia practice using nuclear weapons

Belarus and Russia practice using nuclear weapons

Concerns are growing as Russia and Belarus have started joint military exercises involving tactical nuclear weapons. Russia delivered nuclear munitions to Belarus, and both countries are now practicing the preparation and use of these weapons in three-day drills. These manoeuvres include simulated launches of Iskander-M missiles, which have a range of up to 300 miles.

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