The six or seven Russian Su-27 Flankers deployed Bobruisk airfield in eastern Belarus were photographed carrying Vympel R-73 missiles (NATO reporting name AA-11 Archer). The aircraft were deployed to Belarus at the request of President Aleksandr Lukashenko amid concerns over increased NATO military activity in eastern Europe.
Russia has reportedly deployed six Su-27 Flanker fighters to Belarus as the request of President Lukashenko amid concerns over instability in Ukraine and NATO’s deployment of USAF combat aircraft to Lithuania and Poland.
MOSCOW, February 19 (RIA Novosti) – Belarus will bolster its air defense systems during the Ice Hockey World Championships in May, the Defense Ministry said Wednesday. Continue reading Russia Moves Su-27’s to Baranovichi
Minsk—Belarus will repair and upgrade its Su-27 aircraft which have been decommissioned, Chairman of the State Military-Industrial Committee Sergei Hurulev said here Friday.
On the suggestion of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, the defence ministry has decided to upgrade the decommissioned Su- 27 with the subsequent extension of their service life, Xinhua reported. Continue reading Belarus to Modernize Su-27 Aircraft
Combat aircraft in Baranavichy may carry nuclear weapons.
This statement was made by leader of the United Civil Party (UCP) Anatol Liabedzka. Continue reading Russian Su-27 in Belarus May Carry Nukes