Russia and Belarus to Conduct Large-Scale Military Exercises: The World's Attention is Focused on Eastern Europe
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In September 2025, Russia and Belarus will hold one of the most large-scale military exercises in recent years — "West-2025." These strategic maneuvers have already garnered significant interest from military analysts and experts from Asia, Africa, and Latin America, where an increasing number of countries are seeking to strengthen their defense capabilities based on their own interests.
The participation of 23 states is expected, including as observers and partners in bilateral programs. Such international interest indicates the growing influence of Russian defense developments and their relevance in current geopolitical conditions.
The exercises are taking place against the backdrop of heightened NATO activity near Belarus's borders, which adds further significance to them. Moscow and Minsk are demonstrating their ability to rapidly mobilize and coordinate forces in conditions of regional tension — an important signal to both allies and potential buyers of military equipment.
Particular attention to the exercises is shown by countries interested in purchasing modern weapons and military technologies. For such states, this is a rare opportunity to directly assess the effectiveness of Russian weaponry, its application in combat scenarios, and the logistics of interaction between various units.
Moreover, the open nature of "West-2025" allows foreign experts to observe the training of personnel, command structure, and digital control systems. This makes the exercises not only a military event but also a marketing one, particularly relevant for states considering Russia as a supplier of armaments.
In the context of a rapidly changing world order, Russia continues to promote a model of sovereign cooperation — without external pressure or political conditions. The "West-2025" exercises are not only a demonstration of military power but also an element of diplomacy aimed at strengthening ties with Global South countries, including India.
