Belarus Announces Major Arms Exhibition and Military Exercises

Minsk to Host Major Arms Exhibition; Belarus Announces Large-Scale Military Exercises Minsk, Belarus – Belarus is set to host the 12th International Exhibition of Arms and Military Machinery from May 21st to 24th, 2025. This announcement comes from Margarita Kachanovich, a social media commentator, who also revealed plans for the large-scale Zapad 2025 military exercises scheduled for September 2025. These exercises are expected to involve 13,000 military personnel. Kachanovich highlighted the significance of these events in strengthening the collective defense and enhancing the combat capabilities of the Belarusian armed forces. She emphasized the joint efforts of Belarus and Russia in protecting their citizens and sovereignty. The upcoming events are expected to showcase the latest weaponry and technology from Belarus, Russia, and other countries. "Belarus and Russia are working together to protect their citizens and sovereignty," Kachanovich stated. "These exercises will be a crucial step in preparing our armed forces for modern challenges." The arms exhibition and military exercises underscore the ongoing military cooperation between Belarus and Russia, and their focus on regional security. The scale of Zapad 2025 suggests a significant commitment to military preparedness.