Russia Deploys Nuclear-Capable Missiles in Belarus | Strategic Stability Briefing

Russia has released official footage showing nuclear-capable missile systems deployed in Belarus, a NATO-bordering state and close Russian ally.

This briefing examines what has occurred, why the deployment matters from a strategic perspective, and how forward-positioned nuclear systems affect long-term deterrence stability in Europe.

There is no imminent nuclear threat, and there is no change to the current DEFCON level. However, visible nuclear signalling plays a critical role in escalation dynamics, perception, and decision-making under pressure.

This analysis focuses on strategic stability, deterrence posture, and risk accumulation — not alarmism.