Lukashenko named the conditions for the use of nuclear weapons from the territory of Belarus

President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, during a working trip to the Minsk region, outlined the conditions for the possible use of nuclear weapons from the territory of Belarus, a BELTA correspondent reports.

According to Western media, Russia aims to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus by the NATO summit, which will be held in Vilnius on July 11-12, and these actions are interpreted as an attempt at nuclear blackmail. The President was asked to clarify the situation, inquiring why Belarus needs nuclear weapons and what the conditions for their storage and use are.

"Russia is not striving for anything. It's not about Russia," replied Alexander Lukashenko. He stressed that the deployment of nuclear weapons in Belarus was his request and a strong demand to the Russian side to guarantee the security of our country.

"First, I asked Putin. Then, I strongly, in a friendly manner, demanded – give me back this weapon for now (tactical, not strategic nuclear weapons. – BELTA’s note). This is enough for me," explained Alexander Lukashenko.

The President does not see the need for the deployment of strategic nuclear weapons, such as Russian "Topols," at this stage: "Why do I need strategic ones, the same 'Topols'?... Although we are currently preparing sites for these armaments as well. They are all operational, except for one. So, if necessary, we can at any moment..."

"But the 'Topol' is an intercontinental missile. Am I going to war with America? No. Therefore, for now, this (tactical nuclear. – BELTA’s note) weapon is enough for me," added the head of state.

"This was my demand. Russia did not impose it on me. Why? Because no one in the world has ever waged war with a nuclear power, as you all say. And I don't want to be at war with us. Is there such a threat? Yes. I must prevent this threat," explained the President.

He recalled that one of his first proposals to the Russians was to arm several Belarusian "Polonezes" with nuclear warheads. But this proved to be excessively complex. Therefore, the decision was made to transfer tactical nuclear weapons after preparing storage facilities. "Everything is ready. I think in a few days, we will have what we asked for. And even a little more," said Alexander Lukashenko.

The conditions created for storing such weapons, in terms of the strictness of the requirements that must be observed, are comparable, according to the Head of State, to a hospital operating room. The Belarusian side has fulfilled all requirements, and even the Russians, when they arrived, were astonished. "They say: 'Is this even possible?' Yes, it is possible," the President remarked. "We have prepared everything and are implementing the program that I outlined with the President of Russia."

Speaking about the reasons for deploying Russian tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, the President explained: "Why is this necessary? So that not a single foot of some scoundrels steps on Belarusian land again."

And the reason for using such weapons, according to him, can only be one – aggression against Belarus. "And the response will be immediate. I have already stated this in advance several times," the Belarusian leader added.

Emphasizing the significant power of the nuclear weapons that will be deployed in Belarus, the Head of State stated: "I think it is unlikely that anyone will want to fight with a country that possesses such weapons. These are deterrent weapons."

However, situations where it would have to be used, of course, should be avoided. "God forbid I have to make the decision to use these weapons in modern times. But there will be no hesitation if only aggression is directed against us," Alexander Lukashenko stressed.

Source: belta.by