Russia ready to defend Belarus from Ukraine – Lavrov

Jun 23, 2026, 12:24 PM en source ↗

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Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that Russia stands ready to defend Belarus if Ukraine attacks, framing the two countries' security as inseparable under their Union State framework. The statement reinforces Moscow's commitment to its Western neighbor as a strategic buffer. It signals Russia's readiness to expand the conflict perimeter if Belarus is threatened.

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Preview Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned Ukraine against threatening Belarus, citing Moscow’s security guarantees to Minsk
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