Published: Jun 30, 2024, 21:15 IST | Updated: Jun 30, 2024, 21:15 IST
Belarus’ First Deputy Defense Minister Pavel Muraveiko has said that Belarus will use non-strategic nuclear weapons if its sovereignty and independence are jeopardized. Now, it is important to note here that Russia parked several of its nuclear weapons in Belarus last year, a fact which was confirmed by the Belarusian Presdient in April. Has Russia allowed Belarus to use its nuclear assets if its sovereignty is threatened? WION's Shivan Chanana discusses with Glenn Diesen, Professor of International Relations, University of South-Eastern Norway.