Belarus’ Lukashenko orders new military command for south of country, bordering Ukraine

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko talked up the role of Russian-made missiles in boosting the country’s defences. — Reuters pic

Thursday, 26 May 2022 10:58 PM MYT

MINSK, May 26 — Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko today ordered the creation of a new military command for the south of country, bordering Ukraine, according to a video release.

Belarus planned to deploy special operations troops in three areas near its southern border with Ukraine as Lukashenko talked up the role of Russian-made missiles in boosting the country’s defences. — Reuters

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