US think tank report outlines recommendations in case Russia annexes Belarus
A CFR report by diplomat Thomas Graham outlines potential US policy responses if Russia formally annexes Belarus over the next two years.
A contingency memorandum published by the Council on Foreign Relations, authored by American Russia expert Thomas Graham, outlines policy recommendations for Washington should Russia formally annex Belarus over the next two years.
Although the document represents neither a definitive forecast nor official policy, it advises US decision-makers on responding if Moscow decides full integration is required for its security interests. The analysis highlights expanding Russian military and political influence over Minsk, recommending that Washington prepare diplomatic counter-strategies and coordinated sanctions while maintaining open communication channels to manage regional risks in Eastern Europe.
Sources: Belsat.