China and Belarus Conduct Joint Military Drills Near NATO Border

The exercises signal deepening ties and a strategic response to NATO's expanding influence in the Asia-Pacific region.

The 11-day 'Eagle Assault 2024' drills include night landings, water obstacle navigation, and urban combat scenarios.
Belarus recently joined the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, strengthening its ties with China and Russia.
Experts see the drills as a challenge to NATO and a demonstration of China's growing involvement in European security matters.
Belarus aims to reduce its economic dependence on Russia by increasing cooperation with China and other Asian markets.
The exercises take place near the Polish and Ukrainian borders, raising regional security concerns.