Russia and Belarus Showcase New Ballistic Missile and Nuclear Capability, Heightening Security in Poland and Baltic States.
World Update: Russia and Belarus have conducted a major joint military exercise, further increasing the concerns of NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) countries. The reason is clear: during this exercise, Russia demonstrated its nuclear military capabilities. This joint exercise between Russia and Belarus is taking place at a time when tensions are already high in Europe.
Joint Exercise of Russia and Belarus
The exercise has been named 'Zapad 2025'. This is a long-planned military drill. It involved bombers capable of carrying nuclear weapons, warships, thousands of soldiers, and hundreds of combat vehicles. The objective of this exercise was to assess how both countries would respond jointly to an attack by an adversary nation.
Russia Showcases New Ballistic Missile
The most significant aspect of this exercise was the demonstration of Russia's new 'Oreshnik' intermediate-range ballistic missile. This missile is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. It was tested during the exercise and is being seen as a new symbol of Russia's military strength.
Stir in NATO Countries
This move by Russia and Belarus has put NATO countries on high alert. NATO members, particularly Poland, Latvia, and Lithuania, are more worried, as their borders are adjacent to Belarus. These countries fear that if Russia and Belarus adopt an aggressive stance, they could be the first to be targeted.
Statement from NATO Secretary General
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated in Brussels, "It would be wrong to think that Spain or Britain are safer while Estonia or Lithuania are in greater danger." He added that the 32-member alliance must understand that the security challenge is uniform for all of Europe. His statement clearly indicates that NATO can no longer afford to view any threat as confined solely to Eastern Europe.
Drone Incursion in Poland Escalates Concerns
A few weeks ago, Poland claimed that a Russian drone had intruded into its airspace. Poland described this as a deliberate provocation by Russia. Following this incident, NATO strengthened its air defense systems in its eastern flank. This is why the current exercise by Russia and Belarus has become even more sensitive.
NATO is a military alliance that includes major countries like the United States, Canada, Britain, Germany, France, and Italy. The objective of this alliance is to ensure the security of its member states. The military exercise by Russia and Belarus has directly emerged as a challenge to the security of this alliance.
