Lukashenko arrived at Obuz-Lesnovsky training ground near Baranovichi
The President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, has arrived at the 230th combined arms training ground Obuz-Lesnovsky, BelTA reports
The Russian part of the joint group of troops is located here.
"Comrade Commander-in–Chief of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus, formations of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation together with units of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus have conducted exercises, command and staff training at Belarus’ training grounds as part of the exercises the Union State forces," a representative of the Russian Armed Forces reported to the Head of State.
According to the serviceman, joint exercises have been conducted by motorised rifle and tank units, special forces, including air defence units.
“At this stage, the units of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation are ready to perform tasks for their intended purpose. I would like to thank you personally for your assistance in the deployment, help in providing measures related to personnel training," he added.
"We are making common cause," Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed.
