New problem looms for Lukashenko: How helping the Kremlin will backfire on Belarus
An expert emphasizes that Belarus risks coming under Ukrainian strikes due to its assistance to the Russian military.
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Launching Russian drones or missiles from the territory of neighboring Belarus will trigger retaliatory Ukrainian strikes.
Expert and retired Navy Captain 1st Class Andriy Ryzhenko shared this opinion on KYIV24 TV.
"Even if they (Belarus - Ed.) provide their territory for launching "Shaheds," it means entering the war against us. They understand that we will also launch retaliatory strikes against the launch sites of "Shaheds" or, for example, Iskanders — whatever they choose to launch. These will be strikes on the territory of Belarus," he stated.
Ryzhenko says that if Belarusian territory is used for attacks, Minsk will effectively become a participant in the war. Consequently, the republic's oil refineries and logistics will instantly become legitimate targets for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.