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Russia Begins Joint Military Drills With Belarus

Russia and Belarus launched joint military drills despite concerns that Moscow is plotting a major escalation of the conflict in Ukraine.

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Germany to Boost Troop Deployment in Lithuania Amid Ukraine Tensions

Germany will send up to 350 more soldiers to Lithuania to help bolster the NATO alliance's eastern flank amid fears that Russia could invade Ukraine.

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US Worries Russian Troop Arrival Could Lead to Nuclear Weapons in Belarus

The US is worried that the arrival of Russian troops in Belarus for exercises could lead to a permanent presence that might introduce nuclear weapons into the country.

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Belarus Announces Military Drills With Russia

Belarus announced its army will conduct military exercises next month with Russian forces amid NATO's growing presence in Europe.

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Belarus Receives New Russian BTR-82A Combat Vehicles

Belarus has taken delivery of Russian-made BTR-82A armored personnel carriers to be deployed in the western Grodno Region.

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Poland, UK to Collaborate on New Air Defense System

Poland has signed an agreement with the United Kingdom to develop a new ground-based air defense system.

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Russia, Belarus Holding Snap Paratrooper Drills Near Polish Border

Belarus and Russia are holding joint military drills near Belarus' western border with EU member Poland where a migrant crisis is unfolding.

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Poland Deputy PM Suggest Strengthening Military Amid Russia, Belarus Threats

Poland's deputy prime minister has proposed legislation to radically strengthen the country’s military capabilities amid pressure from neighboring Belarus and Russia.

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Russia Holds Anti-Terror Drills With China, Missile Exercises

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), led by China and Russia, kicked off the Peace Mission 2021 at the Orenburg training grounds in Russia. In a separate drill, the Russian Navy will conduct missile tests on the Black Sea.

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Russia Demonstrates Military Capabilities at Zapad-2021

Russia and other participating nations practiced a variety of aerial and ground maneuvers at the Zapad-2021 Exercises to demonstrate Russian military capabilities.

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