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international-relations2 years ago

"NATO Tensions Rise as Poland Deploys Troops to Belarus Border Amid Wagner Fighter Presence"

Poland has announced the deployment of 10,000 troops to its border with Belarus due to concerns over the presence of Russian mercenary forces, known as Wagner fighters, who are now based in Belarus and helping to train the country's armed forces. The proximity of these fighters to the borders of Poland and Lithuania, both NATO members, has raised fears of potential security threats. Tensions between Moscow and the West have been further exacerbated by Russia's plans to strengthen its flank. The situation has prompted Poland and its allies to increase their defensive presence in the region and remain vigilant against any potential provocations.

via NBC News|
#belarus#international-relations#nato
international-relations2 years ago

"Belarusian President Accuses Wagner Fighters of Plotting Invasion of Poland"

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko claimed during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin that Wagner fighters, who are currently in exile in Belarus, want to invade Poland. Lukashenko's statement further escalates tensions between Belarus and Poland, with the latter moving tanks and troops to its border. Putin has already stationed nuclear weapons in Belarus and warned that any attack on the country would be seen as an attack on Russia.

via Euronews|
#alexander-lukashenko#belarus#international-relations
security2 years ago

Wagner Fighters' Close Encounter with Russian Nuclear Bases Revealed

Rebel Wagner forces, led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, reportedly came close to a Russian army base believed to house nuclear weapons during their advance towards Moscow. The base, Voronezh-45, is responsible for safeguarding Russia's nuclear arsenal, but the specific contents stored there are highly classified. Ukraine's head of military intelligence claimed that the Wagner fighters intended to acquire small Soviet-era nuclear devices, but were prevented by closed doors. Western officials maintain that Russia's nuclear arsenal was never at risk. Following the uprising, Prigozhin and his commanders met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing loyalty and readiness to continue fighting for their homeland. The criminal case against Prigozhin for rebellion was dropped, but his future remains uncertain.

via Times of India|
#mutiny#putin#russian-nuclear-weapons