Russia and Belarus have decided to extend joint exercises due to the escalation of the conflict in Donbass.

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February 20, 2022 10:29 GMT

Belarusian Defense Minister stressed that “gunpowder has a very strong odor” and “Europe is being pushed into war”.

Russia and Belarus have decided to extend joint exercises due to escalating tensions in the Donbass. Reported Belarusian Defense Minister Victor Grenin this Sunday.

“Leaders of the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation have decided to continue to check the Union forces’ response to the escalation of military operations near the Union Territory’s border and the worsening situation in Donbass.” Said the senior officer.

Grenin condemns neighbors “Are stockpiling state-of-the-art weapons On an urgent and unplanned basis. “” Military and transport infrastructure have been modernized. The number of incomprehensible exercises and activities near the borders of the Union State has multiplied, ”he said.

Belarusian Defense Minister stressed that “there is a strong smell of gunpowder” in the region.Europe is being pushed into war“.

In addition, he reiterated that the purpose of the exercises remains the same: “Ensure adequate response and expansion Enemy military products near Union Territory “.

The decision is made to prolong the maneuvers When The people of Donbass are fleeing to Russia, while attacks on the region have intensified from the positions of Ukrainian government forces.