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Ukraine is still fortifying its border with Belarus, a Russian ally
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- Ukraine continues to heavily fortify its 1,084-kilometer border with Belarus, a key Russian ally, more than four years after Russia's initial assault on Kyiv from Belarusian territory.
- The border area is now lined with anti-drone netting, razor wire, concrete anti-tank barriers, and is closed to civilians, reflecting ongoing security concerns.
- Tensions recently rose due to Russian drone attacks launched from Belarus, but Belarus reportedly shut down Russian communication relay stations after Ukraine's demands, easing rhetoric between the two countries.
- Despite Belarusian President Lukashenko's claims that his troops will not enter the war unless attacked, local residents remain anxious about the potential for increased Belarusian involvement.
- Ukrainian border guards maintain constant surveillance with armored vehicles and drones, and officials emphasize that strengthening the border remains a top priority given Belarus's close military ties to Russia.
