April 17, 2026
Zelensky warns Belarus against joining war, cites Venezuela as cautionary example
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said military activity in Belarus has increased.
TL;DR
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported increased military activity in Belarus near the Ukrainian border.
- Intelligence indicates road construction towards Ukraine and artillery positions being set up in Belarus.
- Zelensky believes Russia may attempt to draw Belarus into the war.
- A warning was issued to Belarus's leadership, citing the U.S. capture of Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro as a cautionary example.
- Belarus's Alexander Lukashenko stated he does not want war but is prepared to join if Ukraine attacks Belarus.
- Ukraine has repeatedly stated it has no intention of attacking Belarusian territory.
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