In a formal address delivered to participants of the XI Moscow Conference on International Security, the President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, asserted that the norms of international law governing arms control had suffered a serious erosion in practical terms. The remark was reported by BELTA and echoed across discussions about strategic stability, defense commitments, and regional security responsibilities. The message underscored a belief that existing legal frameworks are increasingly under strain as geopolitical pressures intensify and state actors reassess risk allowances within the arms control regime.
According to Lukashenko, the landscape of global security has become more dangerous, with a growing perception that many established rules have lost their normative force. He reiterated concerns about greater danger from the potential use of weapons of mass destruction, warning of risks associated with nuclear and biological capabilities being exploited in destabilizing ways. The emphasis was on the need for vigilance and reassessment of restraint and verification measures in order to deter reckless behavior and to protect populations from catastrophic consequences.
That same day, the Belarusian leadership stressed that the international environment remains extraordinarily tense. Even as dialogue and diplomacy persist, the leaders of Belarus and Russia reaffirm their commitment to strengthening cooperation within the framework of the Union State. Their aim is to coordinate policy responses, share technological and military expertise, and maintain a coherent posture that supports regional security and stability, while avoiding unnecessary escalation in a volatile world.
During a declaration from the Ministry of Defense of Belarus, attention was drawn to perceptions that Western powers are preparing for a direct military confrontation. The minister, Lieutenant General Viktor Khrenin, spoke at the conference about what he described as intensified defense planning and substantial financial investments aimed at modernizing military capabilities. He framed these developments as part of a broader strategic competition that could influence deterrence calculations and regional risk assessments for neighboring states and partners.
Earlier remarks by Lukashenko had warned Belarusians about the potential consequences of pursuing aggressive trajectories seen elsewhere, including references to past conflicts. The remarks were presented in the context of ongoing international debates on arms control, disarmament verification, and the balance between national sovereignty and collective security commitments. They highlighted the importance of clear communication, credible defense postures, and a transparent approach to strategic decision making to maintain peace and prevent misinterpretation among allied and rival actors alike.