Russia and Belarus prepare for escalation against Ukraine and NATO (defence24.com)

• Zelenskyy warns Russia aims to draw Belarus deeper into war.
• Moscow reportedly planning strikes from Belarus against NATO.
• Ukraine reinforces border and shares intelligence with NATO.
• Russian General Staff develops five scenarios; buffer zone most likely.
• New mobilization of 100,000 troops planned.

"President Zelenskyy warns that Russia is seeking to draw Belarus deeper into the war. Moscow is reportedly examining operational plans from Belarusian territory against a NATO member state. Ukraine reinforces its northern border and has shared intelligence with NATO partners."