Nuclear for defense: Lukashenko tasks development of algorithm for nuclear weapons usage

In a surprising announcement, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko instructed the nation's military officials to develop an algorithm for the utilization of nuclear weapons in the event of an attack on Belarus. Lukashenko shared this directive during a ceremony honoring high-ranking officers where he bestowed them with general ranks.

Emphasizing the unprecedented nature of facing a nuclear-armed state, Lukashenko outlined the importance of this new task. He assigned the responsibility of developing the algorithm to Viktor Gulevich, Chief of Staff of the Belarusian Armed Forces, in collaboration with Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin and the head of the KGB, Ivan Tertel.

"No one has ever fought against a state possessing nuclear weapons. Now it is our main task," president Lukashenko stated. 

He further asserted that the algorithm's objective should be centered around using nuclear weapons in critical situations if Belarus faces an attack. Lukashenko also underlined that an attack on Belarus would be seen as an attack on the entire Union.

The Belarusian president acknowledged the possibility of coordinating the use of nuclear weapons with Russia but dismissed concerns of being exploited or controlled. 

"This is our weapon, and we will use it. All the talk about them using us and so on is pointless. This is not the case and cannot be," Lukashenko firmly noted.

This directive from Lukashenko raises significant questions and concerns among the international community. Lukashenko's decision to develop an algorithm for nuclear weapon deployment adds a new dimension to the region's security landscape.

The global response to this development remains to be seen, with many countries likely to express their apprehension and call for restraint. Nuclear weapons are regarded as one of the most destructive forms of weaponry, and their use has far-reaching consequences for humanity and the environment. As Belarus moves forward with the development of this algorithm, experts and policymakers worldwide will closely monitor the situation.