Russian president Vladimir Putin stressed that any calls, actions, or rhetoric aimed at inciting violence or ethnic hostility must be promptly stopped by security services. The remarks were delivered in a video message broadcast on Security Guard Day through official channels of the Kremlin.
Addressing the nation, Putin warned that militant nationalism and provocations designed to inflame ethnic tensions pose a direct threat to the social fabric and internal unity of the country. He underscored that maintaining civil peace requires vigilance from law enforcement and timely countermeasures against groups or individuals seeking to inflame discord.
Earlier, Putin took stock of talks with Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko. The leaders reaffirmed ongoing joint military cooperation, including regular exercises and the development of new defense capabilities. Putin noted that Moscow and Minsk are implementing a common military doctrine, engaging in bilateral planning, and that a Russian-Belarusian regional contingent remains active to address shared security concerns. The statements came as part of a broader outline of the allied security framework between the two nations, reflecting a sustained commitment to coordinated defense measures as described in official communiqués. The implications of these developments extend to regional stability and the strategic posture of both states in the wider security landscape, as highlighted by regional analysts and government briefings. [citation]