Signal boosters for Russian drones still active in Belarus, but no troop build-up observed, say Ukrainian border guards

Signal repeaters in Belarus that boost the signal for Russian drones attacking Ukraine continue to be detected as operating. However, no build-up of Russian forces near Belarus' border with Ukraine has been observed.

Source: Andrii Demchenko, spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, in a comment to Ukrinform

Quote: "Everyone is particularly concerned about the possibility of a build-up of forces in Belarus towards our border, but fortunately that is not happening."

Details: Demchenko said Ukrainian intelligence services continue to monitor the situation in Belarus, a close ally of Russia.

The operation of signal repeaters on Belarusian territory remains a threat to Ukraine. Demchenko explained that the equipment boosts the signal for Russian drones.

Quote: "Unfortunately, their operation continues to be detected. This does not necessarily mean that a repeater there is switched on around the clock, but we are seeing them periodically changing the locations where they are activated."

Details: Demchenko added that Belarus continues to help Russia carry out attacks on Ukraine in this way.

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