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Belarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russia

Al Jazeera · May 18, 2026, 6:10 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Strong reactions from Ukraine and NATO allies as Belarusian and Russian forces train to use nuclear weapons.

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Belarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russia

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