In the light of British intelligence, Maneuvers officially took place on September 12-16, although joint exercises of Russian and Belarusian troops were to start at training grounds in August 2025.
“It should be emphasized that the scale of military activities was smaller than in previous years. The reason for this could be Russia's involvement in the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. This applies to both the number of land forces and armored vehicles” – informs the British Ministry of Defense.
“Statement of Russian leader Vladimir Putin that Over 100,000 participated in the exercises. soldiers, probably hypocrisy with a real scale (maneuvers). Probably in Russia, in Moscow and Leningrad military districts, including in Königsberg (they were involved) no more than 10,000. Russian soldiers of the Land Forces” – it was written in a statement.
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Despite the restrictions on the number of land forces, a significant maritime component took part in the ZAPAD-2025 exercises. Russian Baltic and Northern Fleet operated at the Barents Sea, and their activities included, among others Air and sea landing. The British side recalled the information provided by Russia. According to them, the rocket frigate Admiral Gołowko carried out a test shot of the hypersonic Cyrkon missile.
Russian-Belarusian ZAPAD-2025 exercises were held on September 12-16. According to the official scenario, the defense of the Union of Belarus and Russia against external aggression, and then a counteroffensive operation involving the army of both countries.
