A counter-terrorist operation regime has been introduced in the city of Grodno and in the Grodno region.
This measure is due to command and staff exercises conducted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Belarus.
The Belta agency reported this with reference to a source in the country’s State Security Committee.
It is noted that within the framework of the counter-terrorist operation regime, the use of military and other special equipment is expected.
In addition, control will be strengthened and traffic will be restricted on the roads in the area where the inspection activities are being carried out.
Earlier, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that the exercises under the leadership of the head of the department, Ivan Kubrakov, would take place from November 19 to 22.
The training stages are planned in the capital, regional and district centers, the ministry’s press service noted.
According to the information released, the exercises will demonstrate “readiness to quickly respond to possible complications in the situation in the country” during the election campaign.
As part of the events, issues of preventing manifestations of extremism and terrorism, involving citizens in illegal activities, and preventing violations of public order continue to be worked out.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs warned that during the days of the exercises, the movement of special equipment, the use of pyrotechnics, and the closure of streets are possible.
For reference
The counter-terrorist operation (CTO) regime is a special legal regime that is introduced at the location where a counter-terrorist operation is being conducted to prevent or expose a terrorist attack and minimize its consequences.
