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Belarus develops laser weapon based on new physics – official

(starwars.com)

April 24, Pozirk. Belarus is developing a laser weapon “based on new physics principles,” Viktar Tumar, deputy head for research at the General Staff, has said, speaking at a defense show in Minsk.

The military wants Belarus to have Belarusian-made weapons, the defense ministry’s press office quoted him as saying.

In June 2023, the Minsk-based LEMT company sanctioned by the United States, began mass production of a laser gun, which can destroy drones at a distance of up to six kilometers. The laser allegedly can damage plastic, aluminum and bricks.

About a month later, the 38th Airborne Assault Brigade trained in operating laser weapons under simulated combat conditions.

Internal troops form special-purpose detachment in Mahiloŭ

April 23, Pozirk. The Belarusian Internal Troops have formed the special-purpose detachment Grom based at Military Unit 6713 in Mahiloŭ, bringing the total number of such detachments to 12. Previously special-purpose units were organized in the Minsk, Brest, Hrodna and …
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