Belarus Logistics & Trade: Minsk’s business lobby is urging the Economy Ministry to coordinate a response to Ukrainian drone strikes hitting Wildberries warehouses in Russia, warning that goods tied to up to 22,000 Belarusian sellers are at risk and asking for action “at the highest level,” including via diplomatic channels. Border Security: Ukraine says the threat from Belarus becomes “real” only if provocations target the border directly, while it reports engineering obstacles, surveillance upgrades, and reinforced minefields along the Ukrainian-Belarusian line. Rail & Mobility: Belarusian Railways will adjust schedules on the Minsk–Orsha line in two repair phases (Aug 10–13 and Aug 17–20), with some trains rerouted or suspended. Agri Procurement Rules: Belkaapsayuz tightened purchases from private household plots, requiring sellers to show an ID and proof of ownership for lots over one tonne to curb small-scale resellers. Tech & Skills: Belarus plans an “Academy of Intellectual Technologies” focused on applied research and industry-linked training, with students assigned to companies from the start. Defense Posture: Belarus is expanding the 37th Air Assault Brigade near the Ukraine border into a larger, more self-sufficient force with added maneuver, artillery, air defense, and support elements.