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Lukashenko warns NATO neighbors against aggression

Belarusian President Lukashenko warns Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine that Belarus will defend itself 'by all possible means' if provoked.

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a direct warning to neighboring NATO countries and Ukraine, stating Belarus will not initiate war but will defend itself 'by all possible means' if provoked. The warning specifically names Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine as potential adversaries. Lukashenko emphasized Belarus's defensive posture while making clear the country's readiness to respond to aggression. This statement comes amid ongoing tensions in Eastern Europe and follows previous warnings from Lukashenko about Belarus's military capabilities.
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