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The possibility of involving the armed forces of the Republic of Belarus in the war Russia is waging against Ukraine exists, but Belarus military refuse to take part in it.

The Defense Ministry of Ukraine issued the latest update on the Russian invasion as of 24:00 on March 22, Ukrinform reports.

“The possibility of involving the armed forces of the Republic of Belarus in the war against Ukraine on the side of the Russian Federation exists. But, according to available information, a large number of personnel and some commanders refuse to participate in occupation against our state,” the report says.

At the same time, it is noted that the military and political leadership of Belarus continues to provide full support to Russian troops in the use of airfield and transport networks, some health care facilities, and therefore is involved in crimes against the Ukrainian people.

The war with Russian invaders has been going on in Ukraine since Feb. 24.