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Ukraine detects Russian military buildup near Belarus border

Ukrainian President Zelensky warns that Russia is preparing troops in Belarus for a potential strike on Ukraine.

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Friday, 17 April 2026 at 20:08 UTC
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Ukrainian intelligence has detected road construction toward Ukraine and the establishment of artillery positions in the Belarusian border area. He reported receiving a briefing from Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky, indicating the Russian army is preparing troops in Belarus for a potential strike on Ukraine. Zelenskyy has instructed his government to warn Belarusian leadership through diplomatic channels about Ukraine's readiness to defend itself, citing recent events in Venezuela as a deterrent. The Ukrainian president believes Russia is attempting to drag Belarus back into the war.
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Zelensky provided more context, stating the warning was based on a briefing from Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky and that he has instructed a formal warning to be sent to Belarusian leadership.

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