Speaking at a UN meeting on September 26 dedicated to the International Day for the Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, he noted that the world is once again facing a nuclear threat.: The Doomsday Clock shows less than one and a half minutes to midnight.

According to the minister, Western countries have violated previous security agreements and are arming themselves, ignoring the interests of Belarus. In response, the republic has deployed Russian nuclear weapons and is awaiting the arrival of the Oreshnik to ensure protection.

Ryzhenkov stressed that the measures are defensive in nature and comply with international law.