Zelensky: Russia's Ballistic Missile Plan in Belarus Threatens…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia is preparing to intensify attacks on western Ukraine using Belarusian territory, calling the placement of ballistic missiles in Belarus a threat to western Ukraine, according to Interfax-Ukraine.
Consensus
- Russia is planning to deploy ballistic missiles in Belarus.
- Zelensky stated that the deployment would threaten western Ukraine.
- Zelensky warned that the move would directly involve Belarus in the war against Ukraine.
- Russia has already placed relay stations in Belarus for drone operations.
- Ukraine faces challenges in defending against Russian drone attacks.
- Starlink limitations are affecting Ukraine's ability to intercept drones.
- Ukraine is discussing Starlink issues with U.S. officials.
- Zelensky mentioned a possible three-way meeting between Ukraine, U.S., and Russia at the G20.
Points of divergence
- Zelensky emphasized that Russia needs support from Lukashenko to deploy ballistic missiles in Belarus. — tg_echoonline_news
- Zelensky said Russia wants to strengthen air attacks on western Ukraine, which has remained relatively safe since the start of the full-scale war. — tg_dwglavnoe
- Zelensky suggested that the three-way meeting could take place in a European country, not just in the U.S. — tg_dwglavnoe
Coverage (2 sources)
- Zelenskyy calls placement of ballistic missiles in Belarus a threat to western Ukraine — ЭХО / Новости
- Rf would like to deploy ballistic missile systems in Belarus, Zelensky said — DW Главное