Minsk plans to begin domestic production of ammunition for multiple rocket launchers this year and to expand its defense sector more broadly. The regime aims to equip its own forces and to export the weapons.

02. March 2026

A Russian soldier in Ukraine loads a Grad multiple rocket launcher. The ammunition is also set to be produced in Belarus soon. (picture alliance/zumapreiss.com/Alexander Polegenko)

Last updated: 02. March 2026