Belarus has deployed a substantial portion of its military, including aircraft and air defense troops, to its border with Ukraine following President Alexander Lukashenko's announcement. Lukashenko claims this move responds to Ukraine's deployment of 120,000 troops along the border, although Ukraine has not confirmed these numbers. This buildup follows a series of escalations, including Ukrainian incursions into Russia's Kursk region, which Lukashenko believes may be a provocation to elicit a drastic Russian response, possibly even nuclear. Belarusian officials, including Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin, have warned of high chances of armed provocations from Ukraine. The situation remains tense, with both sides preparing for potential conflict.