The deployment of Russian aircraft in Belarus is most likely a real exercise — British intelligence

Recently, a total of 12 Mi-8, Mi-24, and Ka-52 helicopters have arrived at the airbase near Minsk.

British intelligence suggests that these helicopters arrived from Russia to Belarus for exercises rather than a preparation for any offensive actions against Ukraine.

"Although Russia maintains a large number of forces in Belarus, they are mostly involved in training. They are unlikely to constitute a credible offensive force," the message reads.