In a recent interview with STV, Leonid Davidovich, deputy commander of the Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense, disclosed that the Belarusian military has completed extensive exercises on the utilization of non-strategic nuclear weapons. This revelation has sparked concerns regarding the escalating Ukraine-Russia conflict and the potential involvement of NATO.

In his exclusive statement to Ednews Ukrainian military expert Vadim Tryukhan dismissed these assertions as mere posturing, asserting that Belarus lacks control over such weaponry, which remains under Russian command. Tryukhan suggested that Belarus may be attempting to intimidate NATO forces, particularly in light of Russia's struggles in Ukraine. He emphasized that Belarusian statements should not be construed as indicators of impending aggression.

Regarding the broader conflict between NATO and Russia, Tryukhan emphasized Russia's perception of itself as engaged in a proxy war with NATO, rather than solely with Ukraine. He highlighted Russia's military limitations in confronting NATO forces directly, positing that any such conflict would likely be brief due to Russia's technological inferiority. While acknowledging the possibility of nuclear escalation, Tryukhan doubted its likelihood, citing internal opposition within Russia against such a drastic measure.

In light of these insights, the prospect of a NATO-Russia conflict appears uncertain, with diplomatic efforts and military constraints tempering the likelihood of all-out war.