Ukraine is intensifying security measures in regions bordering Belarus, citing warnings of a potential new offensive launched from Russian territory via its key ally. Kyiv is concerned Russia might use Belarus as a springboard for an attack from the north.

Ukraine on Thursday said it is ramping up security in regions bordering Belarus after warning for weeks of a possible fresh attack launched from the territory of Russia's chief regional ally. Kyiv has sounded the alarm that Russia may use Belarus -- a springboard for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine -- to stage a new offensive from the north, including towards the capital.