Report: Russia likely moved nuclear weapons to Belarus, says Defense Intelligence Agency.
Putin’s Claims of Nuclear Weapons Transfer to Belarus Supported by Defense Intelligence Agency
Officials from the Defense Intelligence Agency have expressed confidence in Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent announcement regarding the transfer of nuclear weapons to Belarus. In a statement, the officials stated that they have “no reason to doubt” Putin’s claims, adding that they have made progress in the transfer process.
Putin initially revealed his plans to deliver a nuclear-capable Iskander-M missile system to Belarus by July. The senior DIA officials, speaking to reporters, confirmed that the weapons have been successfully transferred, although they did not provide specific details on the extent of the success. They also highlighted the challenges in tracking these weapons, even with the use of satellite imagery.
Belarus as a Deterrent
During the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Putin emphasized the significance of the nuclear weapons transfer, stating that it would serve as a deterrent. He announced that the first batch of warheads had already been delivered to Belarusian territory, with plans to complete the transfer by the end of the year.
Currently, Russia possesses approximately 4,477 warheads, making it one of the largest nuclear arsenals in the world. The United States and Russia collectively account for around 89% of the global inventory of nuclear weapons, according to the Federation of American Scientists.
Warning to Poland
In addition to discussing the weapons transfer, Putin issued a warning to Poland, a NATO member, regarding potential territorial ambitions in Belarus. He made it clear that any attacks on Belarus would be considered an attack on Russia itself. Despite Poland’s denial of seeking territory in the former Soviet Union, Putin asserted that Russia would utilize “all means at its disposal” to defend Belarus.
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