Before the visit of the President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko to the Pinsk region, two unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were spotted in the country's airspace. The incident attracted media attention, especially against the backdrop of the growing use of drones in modern conflicts.

The head of state commented on the situation, noting that drones are no longer a novelty in armed conflicts. However, their mass use as the main means of destruction is still a relatively new phenomenon. According to Lukashenko, both Ukraine and Russia are actively purchasing unmanned aerial vehicles, but the key factor remains the ability to effectively manage them.

"Drones are used en masse by both sides, but it is important not only to have them in service, but also to know how to use them," - noted the president.

He added that inexperienced operators, as well as the impact of electronic warfare systems, often lead to drones losing their bearings and flying into the territory of other countries, including Belarus.

Alexander Lukashenko stressed that in recent months there have been several cases in the country's airspace when drones have flown in from both Ukrainian and Russian territory. According to him, Belarusian forces regularly shoot down such devices without distinguishing between them.

"We don't care whether these are Russian or Ukrainian drones. It is important for us to ensure the safety of our airspace," Lukashenka said.

It should be noted that a kamikaze drone crashed in southern Belarus the day before. The information on this matter was confirmed by footage from local residents, but the Belarusian Defense Ministry still prefers not to respond to this incident.