DISINFO: The new Polish division on the border is a threat to Belarus and the Union State
SUMMARY
Polish plans to deploy a new division near the borders of Belarus can only be regarded as aggressive Polish policy and unfriendly disposition towards not only Belarus, but also towards the Union State [with Russia], and towards the CSTO as a whole.
Both Poland and the Baltic states aim to militarise, increasing the military component and activity, deploying new formations and military units, and arming with new models of military equipment - not defensive, but offensive. This can only be assessed as preparation for aggression.
RESPONSE
Аn unfounded statement intending to divert attention from the role of Belarus in Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Conspiracy about the Polish hostile and aggressive plans towards Belarus and the so-called Union State.
The claim about neighbouring countries preparing to attack Belarus is ungrounded. Poland and the Baltic states adhere to international law regarding state borders and have no territorial claims upon Belarus or other neighbouring countries.
With the ongoing Russian aggressive war against Ukraine, European countries are forced to strengthen their borders, increase the defense capability of their armies, in order to resist any external aggression. The Polish government has approved the formation of a new infantry unit, operating primarily in the northeastern Podlaskie Voivodeship (province) bordering Belarus.
The article does not address the fact that Russia has started an unjustified and unprovoked aggression against Ukraine and its people, and that Belarus is an accomplice in aggression in this war. Belarus has served as a staging post for Russian troops, missiles and aircraft, both before and after Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine on February 24.
Although Lukashenko claims Belarusian troops have not joined the escalating conflict, Russian troops in Belarus have been allowed passage into Ukraine by Belarusian border guards and Belarus’s air defense and traffic control systems, along with the country’s fueling stations, have also been made available to Moscow. Furthermore, Lukashenko has said his troops will partake in military action “if it is necessary for Belarus and Russia.” Lukashenka confirms that rockets are fired at Ukraine from the territory of Belarus.
On 2 March 2022, the Council of the EU imposed further sanctions on Belarus for its role in the Russian military aggression of Ukraine. The UK and the U.S. Treasury have also imposed similar measures.
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