"The units of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, together with the units of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus, conducted exercises, command and staff training as part of the training of the allied forces," an unnamed representative of the Russian Armed Forces reported to Lukashenka.

According to him, joint exercises of motorized rifle and tank units, special forces and air defense were held.

Also, the representative of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation stated that at this stage, the Russian units are ready to fulfill their assigned tasks.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defense once again reported today that "as part of guaranteeing the military security of the Union State, the regional grouping of the troops of the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation continues to be built up."

Yesterday, the department also announced a joint air force exercise.