CSTO joint exercises 'Unbreakable Brotherhood — 2026' and 'Barrier — 2026' begin in Belarus

The official opening ceremonies of the CSTO joint exercises 'Unbreakable Brotherhood — 2026' and 'Barrier — 2026' have already taken place in Vitebsk and Starye Dorogi. Participants of the coalition forces are moving to the practical phase of training, which includes joint actions during a peacekeeping operation and performing special tasks to eliminate sources of biological threats.

▪️Military personnel from five countries — Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan.

▪️Over 1,500 service members involved.

▪️More than 300 units of weapons, military, and special equipment deployed at the training grounds.

▪️Around 80 unmanned aerial vehicles engaged in aerial reconnaissance and support.

Command leadership emphasizes that amid growing geopolitical instability, these maneuvers aim to strengthen cooperation between the defense agencies of CSTO member states and enhance readiness for joint response to modern challenges and threats.