Ukraine's Zelenskyy warns of 'unusual activity' near Belarus border

Ukraine's Zelenskyy warns of 'unusual activity' near Belarus border
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacts during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets at 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, 17 March, 2026.
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Ukraine is monitoring “unusual activity” along its border with Belarus, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a video statement released on Saturday (2 May). He warned that Kyiv is ready to respond if necessary amid continued regional tensions linked to Russia’s war.

According to President Zelenskyy, Ukrainian forces were closely tracking developments on the Belarusian side of the border and remained in full control of the situation.

“We are closely monitoring the situation, keeping everything under control, and will respond if necessary,” he said, adding that Ukraine is prepared to defend its sovereignty and people.

He also cautioned against any escalation or involvement in what he described as aggressive actions against Ukraine.

Belarus has repeatedly been viewed by Kyiv and Western allies as a key security concern since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022, due to its close military and political alignment with Moscow.

Ukraine-Slovakia call

In the same address, Zelenskyy also confirmed a recent phone call with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, saying the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation and European support measures for Ukraine.

He said Slovakia had helped unblock EU assistance packages, including sanctions-related measures targeting Russia, and stressed the importance of maintaining working relations despite political differences.

“We need to have strong bilateral relations with Slovakia, even when there might be differences of opinion,” Zelenskyy said, adding that preparations were underway for possible further meetings at intergovernmental level.

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