Territorial Defence Forces Training Exercise Underway In Mahiliou Region

Reform.news Editorial Team · 12 November 2026, 13:48

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A training exercise involving territorial defence forces is underway in the Mahiliou Region. Around 200 reservists have been called up for the exercise, the Defence Ministry reports.

In the Krychaw District, participants are carrying out tasks to protect critical infrastructure, counter simulated enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups, and ensure security jointly with the Interior Ministry.

On November 12, Belarusian Defence Minister Viktar Khrenin visited Krychaw. He delivered a report at the district executive committee on improving the territorial defence system.

Khrenin noted that Belarus’s territorial defence system is being consistently developed in several areas.

“Today, the territorial defence system of the Republic of Belarus is being systematically and consistently developed in several key areas.

First, training is being improved for territorial defence headquarters and territorial troops, as well as for executive committee heads and specialists.

Second, the capabilities of the comprehensive support system are being expanded. This primarily involves providing troops with all types of supplies, especially modern communications equipment, personal body armour, surveillance systems and counter-drone equipment.

Third, technical elements of the territorial defence command system are being deployed in peacetime.

Fourth, the composition and structure of the forces are being optimized in line with current trends,” Khrenin said.

The defence minister also noted that in recent years particular attention has been paid to preparing the territory and facilities for territorial defence operations.