President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern over statements by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko that his country's role in the war against Ukraine is predetermined.

According to Zelensky, Lukashenka's words about a united army with the Russian Federation are a dangerous signal for Ukraine.

" He must not involve Belarus in Russia's war of conquest against Ukraine. I think the signal that was. I think that we will see the result of this signal,"

Earlier, Lukashenka said that the Western countries are drawing Belarus into the war against Ukraine and threatened to strike at their decision-making centers in case of provocations.

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Advisor to the President of Ukraine Mikhail Podolyak assured that rumors about the attack of Belarus are used to spread panic among Ukrainians. He assured that Ukraine is ready for any scenarios.

Meanwhile, Sumy and Lviv are preparing for a possible invasion, strengthening defenses and fortifications.. Checkpoints at the entrances and exits to Kyiv have also been strengthened..

Recall, on June 22, the Ministry of Defense of Belarus announced the start of exercises with the participation of military commissariats in the Gomel region near the border with Ukraine. At first it was announced that they would last until July 1, but then they were extended until at least July 9.

The purpose of the exercise, as they say, is " One of the elements of such control is the mobilization of conscripts and the organization of a military meeting with their participation..