## Situation Report
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valery Zaluzhnyi (not Syrsky), stated the need to create new brigades "due to the threat of an attack from the territory of Belarus" [Intel Slava, 24 Jun 2024]. Ukrainian forces are reportedly preparing for a potential escalation on the eastern front.
## Strategic Context
The Ukraine theater has seen recent military build-ups and tensions along the Belarus-Ukraine border, with Belarus providing military support to Russia. Ukraine has been bolstering its defenses in the north, particularly in the Chernihiv and Sumy regions, which border Belarus.
## Geopolitical Implications
The statement by Zaluzhnyi suggests a heightened sense of urgency and preparedness among Ukrainian forces. This development may indicate a potential shift in the conflict dynamics, with Ukraine anticipating a possible Russian-Belarusian attack. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected in the coming days.