Russia's Lavrov accuses Zelensky of intimidating Belarus, calls Ukrainian president 'Fuehrer' (opens original article in a new tab)

Russia's Lavrov accused Zelensky of intimidating Belarus, calling him a 'Fuehrer,' while Zelensky warned Belarus to remove equipment enabling Russian attacks or face action. Russia has used Belarus as a launchpad for attacks on Ukraine since 2022.

• Russia's Lavrov called Zelensky a 'Fuehrer' in response to Zelensky's accusation against Belarus for facilitating Russian drone attacks
• Zelensky warned Lukashenko to remove equipment enabling Russian attacks or face Kyiv's action by June 26
• Russia has used Belarus as a launchpad for attacks on Ukraine since 2022, including occupying Chornobyl and launching air assaults
• Lavrov claimed Zelensky's remarks aim to drag Belarus into the conflict and expand hostilities