Belarusian and Russian army units carried out a practical episode involving the destruction of illegal armed groups in the military training area Brestsky on 3 February. The first stage of a test of response forces of the Union State of Belarus and Russia is taking place in Belarus till 9 February in line with the decision of the two heads of state. A joint brigade tactical force, which included over 2,000 military personnel and 300 units of hardware, participated in the practical episode in the military exercise area Brestsky.