Russia warns that any provocations against Belarus will be treated as an encroachment on the entire Union State, citing the Agreement on Security Guarantees in force since March 2025.
Spain has installed a 500-meter floating barrier off its North African enclave of Ceuta after a mass migrant crossing killed at least 67 people. The EU is alarmed, with 22 member states seeking coordinated action, while Spain's PM criticized Italy's Schengen suspension. Most of the 50,000 migrants who crossed have returned to Morocco.
Russia and Belarus are establishing a unified transport system for their Union State, with passenger rail services already launched between neighboring regions. The initiative aims to boost joint development, with a second Innoprom industrial exhibition planned for Minsk in October.
Russia and Belarus will jointly respond to any military aggression against Belarus, according to Russian Federation Council Deputy Speaker Konstantin Kosachev. This statement comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued threats against Belarus regarding alleged equipment deployment near the Ukrainian border.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko are meeting at the Valdai residence to discuss the Union State's agenda, trade and economic cooperation, and regional security issues. The talks also cover other topical matters.
Russia's Deputy Defense Minister Viktor Goremykin stated at the International Anti-Fascist Congress in Minsk that Russia and Belarus will use all available forces and means to ensure the military security of their Union State, citing a 2025 treaty on security guarantees.
EU leaders are considering trade defence measures against China's 'overcapacity,' but the author argues this is a misnomer. China's manufacturing growth stems from its integration into global supply chains and adherence to international standards, making its products competitive through efficiency and expertise, not unfair practices.
Vladimir Putin sent a message to the "Great Heritage – Common Future" forum, emphasizing the strong friendship between Russia and Belarus. He noted that these bonds help advance common interests internationally and foster cooperation within the Union State, particularly highlighting the historical significance of Brest.
Russia's Foreign Ministry stated that nuclear weapons deployed in Belarus reliably protect the western borders of the Russia-Belarus Union State and the CSTO, serving as a counterbalance to Ukraine and NATO. The statement comes ahead of Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's visit to Minsk.
Alexey Shevtsov, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, stated at SPIEF that the deployment of the Oreshnik missile system in Belarus and joint military exercises serve as a warning to European nations, particularly the 'Baltic tigers.' He emphasized the Union State's advanced collective security measures.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Alexey Shevtsov stated that the deployment of the Oreshnik missile system in Belarus and joint military exercises serve as a warning to European nations, particularly the "Baltic tigers." He emphasized the advanced stage of collective security within the Union State, citing coordinated security concepts.
First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on CIS Affairs, Eurasian Integration and Relations with Compatriots Viktor Vodolatsky stated that Kazakhstan's accession to the Union State is possible in the foreseeable future, depending on political will and the people's desire.
Belarus and Russia will allocate up to 2 billion rubles ($26.7 million) for a new joint program addressing the aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster. The sixth program in the Union State framework aims to rehabilitate contaminated lands and monitor radiation levels in products from affected regions.
