CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov stated that the "collective West" is manipulating international law for its own interests, destabilizing the global security architecture and undermining strategic stability. He noted this at the "National Security. Belarus - 2026" exhibition in Minsk.
CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov stated Armenia remains a full member despite political statements. CSTO members are learning from Russia's special military operation, focusing on intelligence, electronic warfare, and cybersecurity. Peacekeeping forces are ready, and eight CSTO exercises are planned for 2026.
CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov stated that the organization's collective forces are prepared for peacekeeping operations globally, with training centers in Belarus, Russia, and Kazakhstan enhancing their capabilities.
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Secretariat and the African Union Counter-Terrorism Centre (AUCTC) have signed a framework cooperation agreement to enhance ties and address challenges in their respective zones of responsibility.
CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov stated the Russia-led security bloc is defensive, threatens no one, and aims to ensure collective security through partnership and international law, aligning with OSCE principles.
CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov accused some European leaders of embarking on a course of militarization and war preparations, stating that the European security treaty system has been effectively destroyed. Addressing the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly Council, he expressed alarm over escalating confrontation and instability hotspots near CSTO borders, describing the situation in Eastern Europe as extremely difficult.
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) expressed concern about the deteriorating relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, which have led to armed clashes. CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov called on both sides and the international community to find peaceful solutions, while emphasizing the organization's continued monitoring of Afghan-related threats and the importance of strengthening the Tajik-Afghan border.
According to Taalatbek Masadykov, under these conditions, the restoration of political and diplomatic dialogue between Russia and the United States is of key importance
According to Taalatbek Masadykov, the situation in the Middle East and adjacent regions remains complicated as a result of the military operation by the United States and Israel against Iran
Taalatbek Masadykov stressed that ties with the OSCE "were not suspended at the CSTO’s initiative"
