Ukraine war briefing: Russia setting up long-range drone bases in Belarus, Zelenskyy says

The Guardian - World News National SecurityNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Guardian staffMarch 24, 2026 at 04:08 AM
Ukraine war briefing: Russia setting up long-range drone bases in Belarus, Zelenskyy says

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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced that Russia plans to establish four control stations for long-range attack drones in Belarus, prompting Ukraine to prepare responses and inform its partners. Zelenskyy warned of increased Russian attacks from Belarusian territory, citing past experiences. Meanwhile, the European Union is seeking clarification from Hungary regarding allegations that Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó shared sensitive EU negotiation information with Russia. The Washington Post reported Szijjártó regularly contacted Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during EU meetings. The EU emphasizes the importance of trust among member states, while Germany described the allegations as "very serious," highlighting the confidential nature of EU discussions.

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Diplomatic
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It is perfectly normal for the Hungarian foreign minister to speak by telephone with his Russian counterpart.

quote — János Bóka, Hungary's minister for European affairs100% confidence

Hungary continued to block a loan of €90bn to Ukraine at an EU leaders’ gathering last week.

factual100% confidence

Russia plans to open four control stations for long-range attack drones in Belarus.

factual — Zelenskyy90% confidence

Ukraine’s military intelligence has “irrefutable” evidence that Russia continues to provide intelligence to Iran.

factual — Zelenskyy80% confidence

Hungary's foreign minister had passed sensitive information about EU negotiations to Russia.

factual — Washington Post, quoting security officials70% confidence
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Keywords

ukraine war 100% russia 90% belarus 80% long-range drones 80% control stations 70% hungary 60% european union 60% zelenskyy 50% sensitive information 50% intelligence 40%

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