Russia and Belarus Begin Joint Tactical Nuclear Drills (themoscowtimes.com)

• Joint exercises involve tactical nuclear weapons
• Oreshnik hypersonic missile system stationed in Belarus
• First such drills since Oreshnik deployment

"Russia and Belarus launched joint military exercises on May 18, 2026, focusing on the deployment and use of tactical nuclear weapons. These are the first such drills since the Oreshnik hypersonic missile system was stationed in Belarus. The exercises highlight deepening military cooperation amid heightened tensions with NATO."