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Situation at the border with Belarus

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The ongoing situation at the Belarus-Ukraine border remains a focal point in 2025. Ukrainian authorities report no movement of Belarusian military equipment near the border, yet Belarus has begun forming a Special Operations Forces brigade in the Gomel region. This development comes amidst heightened monitoring by Ukraine due to the upcoming joint "Zapad-2025" military exercises conducted by Belarus and Russia. Although Lithuanian forces recently downed a drone from Belarus, there are no recorded formations of enemy strike forces or unusual activities, according to the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. President Zelenskyy urges for reinforced intelligence activities to anticipate potential threats.

What is the current military activity at the Belarus-Ukraine border?

Currently, there is no Belarusian military equipment movement near the Ukrainian border. However, Belarus is establishing a new Special Operations Forces brigade in the Gomel region, raising regional security concerns. The situation is being closely monitored by Ukrainian authorities as joint military exercises between Russia and Belarus, "Zapad-2025," approach.

Are there any threats from Belarus to Ukraine?

As of now, Ukrainian border officials report no direct threats from Belarus. No offensive groups or significant military formations have been detected on the Belarusian border, and the area continues to be under vigilant surveillance to ensure national security.

Has there been any recent cross-border incidents involving Belarus?

Lithuanian border guards recently shot down a UAV that flew in from Belarus. While the situation at the Ukraine-Belarus border remains tense, no immediate threats or incidents have been reported by Ukrainian authorities. The region remains under strict observation to prevent escalation.

What are the potential risks associated with the current activities near the Belarus-Ukraine border?

The formation of a Special Operations Forces brigade in Belarus poses a potential risk to the region, especially with the "Zapad-2025" drills on the horizon. These activities could signal increased military readiness, requiring heightened vigilance from Ukraine and its partners to mitigate security risks.

What measures is Ukraine taking to monitor the Belarusian border?

Ukraine continues to conduct comprehensive surveillance and intelligence activities to monitor movement and formations along the Belarusian border. The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine actively assesses any changes in the region, working collaboratively with international partners to anticipate and respond to any emerging threats.

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Special border regime introduced in one-kilometre strip along border with Russia and Belarus – State Border Guard Service Special border regime introduced in one-kilometre strip along border with Russia and Belarus – State Border Guard Service On 17 August 2026, the Government adopted Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 1049, "On amendments to paragraph 2-1 of Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1147 of 27 July 1998." It has now entered into force, and state border protection authorities have begun implementing the... 1 449 6 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Border with Russia

No build-up of Belarusian troops has been observed near Ukrainian border, but threat remains, - State Border Guard Service of Ukraine No build-up of Belarusian troops has been observed near Ukrainian border, but threat remains, - State Border Guard Service of Ukraine No build-up or reinforcement of Belarusian military forces is currently being observed in the immediate vicinity of the Ukrainian border. At the same time, the Defence Forces are continuing to strengthen their fortifications and minefields in the areas posing the greatest threat. 629 8 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

SBS does not register increase in military forces of Belarus at border of Ukraine, otherwise threat is preserved, - Demchenko SBS does not register increase in military forces of Belarus at border of Ukraine, otherwise threat is preserved, - Demchenko Ukrainian border guards are not currently observing any significant buildup of Belarusian troops directly along the state border. At the same time, they are monitoring the situation deeper inside Belarus, as a potential threat from that direction remains. 555 3 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Russia seeks to draw Belarus deeper into war against Ukraine – SBGS Russia seeks to draw Belarus deeper into war against Ukraine – SBGS Russia continues to pressure Belarus to become more actively involved in the war. No buildup of troops has been recorded near Ukraine’s border. 851 4 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

There are currently no signs of preparations for offensive on Chornobyl exclusion zone; defences continue to be strengthened, – 12th Army Corps of Ukrainian Armed Forces There are currently no signs of preparations for offensive on Chornobyl exclusion zone; defences continue to be strengthened, – 12th Army Corps of Ukrainian Armed Forces The 12th Army Corps of the Ukrainian Armed Forces has not detected any signs of an impending offensive from Belarus along its section of the border; however, the troops are continuing to strengthen their defences and remain on full combat alert. 2 100 7 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Ukraine is strengthening its defenses around Chornobyl due to possibility of another Russian offensive, - Spiegel Ukraine is strengthening its defenses around Chornobyl due to possibility of another Russian offensive, - Spiegel Ukrainian defenders are preparing for a possible renewed invasion by Russian invaders into the Chornobyl zone. 2 857 15 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Defense of northern borders: Fortifications being expanded along border with Belarus – Demchenko Defense of northern borders: Fortifications being expanded along border with Belarus – Demchenko The military threat from Belarus will shift from potential to real if direct attempts are made to destabilize the situation along the state border or stage provocations. 969 8 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Belarusian Defence Ministry no longer sees Ukraine or NATO preparing attack: "Situation is stable" Belarusian Defence Ministry no longer sees Ukraine or NATO preparing attack: "Situation is stable" Belarusian Defence Minister Viktar Khrenin said that the military and political situation around the country remained stable. Belarus has detected no signs that either NATO or Ukraine’s Defence Forces are preparing a "surprise attack." 1 744 17 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Ukraine and Belarus relationship

Belarus has enough common sense not to get drawn into Russia’s war against Ukraine, - European Commission Belarus has enough common sense not to get drawn into Russia’s war against Ukraine, - European Commission To avoid being drawn into Russia’s war against Ukraine, the Belarusian authorities need only use common sense. 832 8 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Belarus has threatened to respond to Ukraine using "all its potential and capabilities" should it cross border "without permission" Belarus has threatened to respond to Ukraine using "all its potential and capabilities" should it cross border "without permission" The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus has issued a statement warning Ukraine of the consequences should it cross the border "without permission or in an aggressive manner". 4 155 26 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Kremlin denies pressure on Lukashenko to open new front against Ukraine Kremlin denies pressure on Lukashenko to open new front against Ukraine The Kremlin has denied that Russia is pressuring Belarus to open a new front against Ukraine. 1 388 9 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Ukraine needs new brigades due to threat from Belarus, - Syrskyi Ukraine needs new brigades due to threat from Belarus, - Syrskyi Given the potential threat from Belarus, Ukraine needs to form new military brigades to strengthen its defenses along the northern front. 6 965 81 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

"Shahed" relay stations in Belarus have not been operational since 22 June. Whether they have been dismantled or not remains unknown, – Zelenskyy "Shahed" relay stations in Belarus have not been operational since 22 June. Whether they have been dismantled or not remains unknown, – Zelenskyy The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has stated that the relay stations in Belarus, which were helping Russian drones to target strikes on Ukraine, have ceased operations since 22 June. 7 945 49 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Ukraine and Belarus relationship

Kremlin pressures Lukashenko to open new front against Ukraine, - WSJ Kremlin pressures Lukashenko to open new front against Ukraine, - WSJ Moscow has stepped up pressure on Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko, insisting that Belarusian territory be used to expand military operations against Ukraine. The Kremlin is also considering the possibility of using Belarus as a launchpad for drones and conducting hybrid operations... 7 069 39 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Russian troops in Belarus

European Commission on Zelenskyy’s ultimatum to Lukashenko: Ukraine has right to self-defence European Commission on Zelenskyy’s ultimatum to Lukashenko: Ukraine has right to self-defence The European Commission fully supports Ukraine’s right to defend itself in response to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s warning to the Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko regarding relay stations for Russian drones. 2 809 25 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Ukraine and Belarus relationship

Putin and Lukashenko will discuss Zelenskyy’s "utterly aggressive threats" against Belarus, - Kremlin Putin and Lukashenko will discuss Zelenskyy’s "utterly aggressive threats" against Belarus, - Kremlin The Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is set to discuss with the self-proclaimed president of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, Ukraine’s demand that the relay stations used to guide Russian drone strikes on Ukraine be dismantled within a week. 5 166 37 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Russia would need 70,000 troops to launch offensive from Belarus, but Ukraine is prepared for such scenario, - Pivnenko Russia would need 70,000 troops to launch offensive from Belarus, but Ukraine is prepared for such scenario, - Pivnenko The threat of a possible offensive from Belarus remains a real concern if Russia is able to mobilise around 70,000 troops for this purpose. At the same time, the Ukrainian Defence Forces are taking measures to prevent such a force from being assembled. 2 101 18 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Zelenskyy expects concrete steps from Lukashenko: let him keep his "I’m sorry" to himself Zelenskyy expects concrete steps from Lukashenko: let him keep his "I’m sorry" to himself President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko must stop aiding Russia and demonstrate this through his actions, as words alone are not enough. 9 684 85 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Will Lukashenko comply with Zelenskyy’s ultimatum? Vote on Censor’s Telegram channel Will Lukashenko comply with Zelenskyy’s ultimatum? Vote on Censor’s Telegram channel Today, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued an ultimatum to Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko: he has one week to remove the equipment from the border that is being used to direct fire at the Ukrainian population. 4 809 50 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Zelenskyy has given Lukashenko week to dismantle relay stations for "shaheds": otherwise, we will do it ourselves Zelenskyy has given Lukashenko week to dismantle relay stations for "shaheds": otherwise, we will do it ourselves President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to the ‘apology’ from the Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko and gave Minsk one week to remove the equipment used by the Russians to direct attacks on Ukraine –– otherwise Kyiv would do so itself. 16 929 144 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Lukashenko apologised to Zelenskyy for his previous statements: Belarus will not go to war with Ukraine Lukashenko apologised to Zelenskyy for his previous statements: Belarus will not go to war with Ukraine Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has attempted to justify his previous public insults directed at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy by offering an "apology", whilst cynically assuring Ukrainians that they have "absolutely nothing to fear" from Belarus – the very territory from... 14 067 78 Previously in trend: Statements by Alexander Lukashenko Situation at the border with Belarus

SBGS on situation at border with Belarus: Invasion cannot be ruled out SBGS on situation at border with Belarus: Invasion cannot be ruled out At present, there is no buildup of forces in Belarus directly along the border with Ukraine; however, developments within Belarus are cause for concern. 2 765 26 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

No strike groups recorded in Belarus near border with Ukraine, SBGS says No strike groups recorded in Belarus near border with Ukraine, SBGS says The formation of strike groups on the territory of Belarus near the Ukrainian border has not been recorded at present, but the risks of threats from this direction remain. 1 558 9 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Russian troops in Belarus

Zelenskyy in Rivne region: We will not leave any northern defense direction unattended Zelenskyy in Rivne region: We will not leave any northern defense direction unattended During his visit to Rivne region, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the protection of the northern direction with community leaders, taking into account existing threats. 2 212 35 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Situation on the northern border

Over 1,000 km from Volyn to Chernihiv regions: Ukraine is reinforcing entire border with Belarus – SBGS Over 1,000 km from Volyn to Chernihiv regions: Ukraine is reinforcing entire border with Belarus – SBGS Although there is currently no significant threat from Belarus, Ukraine continues to build up its defense capabilities along the border. 942 4 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Syrskyi on threat of invasion from Belarus: It is real possibility; Russia is planning offensive operations Syrskyi on threat of invasion from Belarus: It is real possibility; Russia is planning offensive operations Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi warned of the threat of an expansion of the northern front from Belarus; Ukraine is aware of Russia's intentions. 3 121 30 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Situation on the northern border

No troop movements recorded on Belarus border, but threat remains, SBGS says No troop movements recorded on Belarus border, but threat remains, SBGS says No movement of troops or equipment is currently being recorded near the border with Belarus. At the same time, the threat from Minsk remains real. 686 0 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

"I don’t think offensive from Belarus is realistic right now," - Butusov "I don’t think offensive from Belarus is realistic right now," - Butusov At this time, there are no clear signs that Russian forces are preparing for a new offensive against Ukraine from Belarus. 4 072 37 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Russian troops in Belarus

Ukrainian border with Belarus in Polissia has been transformed into fortified defensive line, – Operational Command "West". PHOTOS Ukrainian border with Belarus in Polissia has been transformed into fortified defensive line, – Operational Command "West". PHOTOS In the Ukrainian Polissia region, on the border with Belarus, fortifications have been erected, and minefields, trenches, and barriers have been set up. Troops are on constant alert. 5 858 26 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Ukraine to reinforce Chernihiv-Kyiv direction due to activity in Belarus, Zelenskyy says Ukraine to reinforce Chernihiv-Kyiv direction due to activity in Belarus, Zelenskyy says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed that the Chernihiv-Kyiv direction be reinforced because of the threat from Belarus. 3 669 65 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Russia preparing strikes on "decision-making centers" in Ukraine and offensives from Belarusian territory against NATO – Zelenskyy. PHOTO Russia preparing strikes on "decision-making centers" in Ukraine and offensives from Belarusian territory against NATO – Zelenskyy. PHOTO Russia’s leadership is considering plans for new aggressive operations from the territory of Belarus, while Defense Intelligence of Ukraine has intercepted occupiers’ documents on preparations for massive strikes on Ukraine’s political and military centers. 13 567 85 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Ukraine has detected some activity in Belarus; we must be prepared for any developments, — State Border Guard Service Ukraine has detected some activity in Belarus; we must be prepared for any developments, — State Border Guard Service The State Border Service stated that it has observed the establishment of logistics routes and training grounds on the territory of Belarus. 2 893 19 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Specific activity has been recorded along sections of border on Belarusian side, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Specific activity has been recorded along sections of border on Belarusian side, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO The day before, rather unusual activity was observed along the Ukrainian-Belarusian border – on the Belarusian side. 11 520 82 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Military exercises in Belarus

Belarus has closed exit for Russian conscripts: single border control base has been created, - media Belarus has closed exit for Russian conscripts: single border control base has been created, - media Belarus has closed its borders to Russian conscripts: a joint border control database has been launched between the two countries, blocking the departure of individuals listed in the Russian Federation’s draft registration records. 1 977 20 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Belarus is not moving troops and military equipment to border with Ukraine, - Demchenko Belarus is not moving troops and military equipment to border with Ukraine, - Demchenko Ukrainian border guards report that no movement of military equipment or troop reinforcements has been observed near the border from the Belarusian side at this time. 1 564 11 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus checking the combat readiness of the Belarusian army

At beginning of war, Lukashenko called and apologized, offering to strike "Mozyr", - Zelenskyy At beginning of war, Lukashenko called and apologized, offering to strike "Mozyr", - Zelenskyy Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko called President Zelenskyy at the start of Russia's full-scale invasion and apologized. 12 600 48 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

No movement of Belarusian military equipment near Ukrainian border recorded – State Border Guard Service No movement of Belarusian military equipment near Ukrainian border recorded – State Border Guard Service Ukrainian border guards are currently not observing any movement of Belarusian equipment or personnel near the state border. 871 5 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Belarus creates special operations forces brigade near Ukraine border Belarus creates special operations forces brigade near Ukraine border Belarus is forming a new Special Operations Forces brigade to be stationed in the Gomel region near the Ukrainian border. 1 577 3 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Lithuanian border guards shoot down UAV that flew in from Belarus. PHOTOS Lithuanian border guards shoot down UAV that flew in from Belarus. PHOTOS Lithuanian border guards shot down a drone that flew in from Belarus. 3 914 9 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

No unusual actions or formed groups on border with Belarus recorded, - SBGS No unusual actions or formed groups on border with Belarus recorded, - SBGS The border with Belarus remains a threatening area for Ukraine, but no unusual actions have been recorded there. 870 12 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

No formed enemy forces recorded on border with Belarus - State Border Service of Ukraine No formed enemy forces recorded on border with Belarus - State Border Service of Ukraine No offensive groupings of Russian or Belarusian forces are currently being formed along the Belarusian direction. 643 8 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

No strike force forming on Belarusian border – SBGS No strike force forming on Belarusian border – SBGS No strike group is currently being formed on the territory of Belarus, but Ukraine continues to closely monitor the situation ahead of the upcoming joint Russian-Belarusian military drills, "Zapad-2025." 623 2 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Zelenskyy on helping Ukraine: Ask intelligence what Russia is planning in Belarus this summer Zelenskyy on helping Ukraine: Ask intelligence what Russia is planning in Belarus this summer President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on partners to strengthen Ukraine. 7 720 10 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Currently, there are no threats from Belarus – SBGSU Currently, there are no threats from Belarus – SBGSU Currently, Ukrainian border guards do not observe any threats to our country from Belarus. 642 10 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

There is no threat from Belarus to Ukraine right now, - SBGSU There is no threat from Belarus to Ukraine right now, - SBGSU The spokesman for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Andrii Demchenko, said that there is currently no threat to Ukraine from Belarus. 755 11 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus