Russia Reportedly Plans Hypersonic ‘Oreshnik’ Missile Strike on Ukraine, Zelensky Warns
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- •Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Russia may be preparing to use the hypersonic "Oreshnik" ballistic missile in an attack on Ukraine.
- •The Oreshnik missile is reported to travel at speeds over Mach 5 and has a range exceeding 1,000 kilometers, with potential to carry nuclear warheads.
- •Western intelligence and NATO are monitoring the situation as Russia increases military activities near Ukraine’s borders.
- •The warning comes amid ongoing war in Ukraine, now in its third year, with Kyiv seeking stronger international support to counter Russian threats.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued a fresh warning, stating that Russia is preparing a potential strike on Ukraine using the newly developed hypersonic "Oreshnik" ballistic missile. Speaking on Saturday, Zelensky cited classified intelligence sources that indicated heightened military preparations by Moscow. While he did not specify a timeline or target location, the president emphasized the seriousness of the threat amid ongoing hostilities and escalating tensions.
The "Oreshnik" missile is reported to be a next-generation hypersonic weapon capable of traveling at speeds exceeding Mach 5, making it extremely difficult to intercept. According to Ukrainian defense analysts, the missile is believed to have a range of over 1,000 kilometers and could carry both conventional and nuclear warheads. Its development was first announced by Russian officials in 2022, but limited details have been made public regarding its operational status or deployment.
