Militaries led by Putin and Belarus conduct joint drills together
Russian and Belarusian Leaders Observe Closed 'Zapad' Military Exercises
Russian President Vladimir Putin has travelled to the Nizhny Novgorod region to observe the 'Zapad' military exercises, a significant geopolitical event involving Russia and Belarus.
The 'Zapad' exercises, which are being reported by Russian state television, are designed to rehearse elements of defending the "union state" of Russia and Belarus. These military drills are not open to international observers.
Defence Minister Andrei Belousov briefed Putin during the exercises, and his deputy also provided a briefing. Putin listened attentively to these briefings, ensuring he was fully informed about the progress of the drills.
The 'Zapad' exercises are being observed by Russian and Belarusian military forces, with Prime Minister Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus visiting the exercises on September 14, 2021, at approximately 11:00 AM local time.
The military exercises are a demonstration of the military capabilities of Russia and Belarus, and the closed nature of the event has raised questions about transparency and potential strategic intentions.
Despite these concerns, both Putin and Lukashenko have emphasised the defensive nature of the exercises, stressing that they are intended to strengthen the "union state" and ensure the security of both nations.
As the 'Zapad' exercises continue, the world will be watching closely to understand the full implications of this significant geopolitical event.
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