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A report indicates that Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles suffer from serious accuracy problems because they rely on Soviet-era guidance technology from the 1970s, potentially causing them to miss targets by dozens of kilometers.
Sweden and Germany have issued warnings that Russia could test NATO's strength with a military attack on a member state in the near future. Ukraine also cautioned about a possible Russian attack using the dangerous Oreshnik missile.
Russia's state nuclear company Rosatom claims a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, Europe's largest, causing no major damage. This accusation comes as Ukrainian President Zelensky stated Ukraine is conducting long-range strikes in response to Russian attacks.
Ukraine has stated that Russia's Oreshnik missile is 'not cutting-edge' as claimed by Moscow, after examining parts of the weapon, challenging Russian assertions about its advanced capabilities.
Experts suggest that Russia's deployment of the Oreshnik missile, intended to send a strong message, may instead indicate a hidden weakness for President Putin.
Analysts from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggest that Russia may have launched two 'Oreshnik' missiles on May 24. This assessment comes amidst ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Russia has reportedly deployed its nuclear-capable hypersonic Oreshnik missile in recent major strikes on Ukraine, drawing international attention and concern. Experts are analyzing the missile's capabilities, which make it particularly difficult to intercept.
Russia has launched a massive assault on Kyiv, utilizing drones and a hypersonic missile, causing significant damage. This attack is described as one of the largest of the war, with a Deutsche Welle correspondent's office among the damaged sites.
Jurgita Šukevičienė, chair of the Seimas Education and Science Committee, noted that while some Lithuanian educational institutions are prepared for a potential air attack threat, others need to improve, following an air attack warning issued in some parts of the country this week.
The US Embassy in Kyiv and Ukrainian officials have issued warnings about a potential large-scale Russian attack, with some sources suggesting it could involve hypersonic missiles. This comes as European nations reportedly prepare to develop missiles capable of reaching deep into Russian territory.
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenka has commented on Ukraine's statements that the Oreshnik missile complex deployed in Belarus should be considered a legitimate target by NATO, stating he is not saying they will strike Vilnius tomorrow.
A Washington think tank reports that Russia has nearly exhausted its supply of Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles, with only one operational missile remaining.
Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for a face-to-face meeting, stating he currently sees no reason for such talks. Zelenskyy interpreted Putin's response as Russia once again choosing war, while Putin also commented on Zelenskyy's Jewish heritage.
A run-down town in Russia's southeast has been identified as the launchpad for the Oreshnik ballistic missiles used by Putin to attack Ukraine, though local residents know little about the site.
Ukrainian analysts are assessing whether Russia's Oreshnik missile, used multiple times against Ukraine, is an undefendable 'wonder weapon' or a costly deterrent aimed at intimidating Europe.
A recent heavy attack on Kyiv by Russia, which reportedly included the use of the Oreshnik missile, has raised concerns about Ukraine's ability to intercept the faster, longer-range weapon.
The EU and Ukraine held an emergency summit following fears of an imminent attack on Kyiv, potentially involving Oreshnik missiles, after threats from Lavrov.
Russia reportedly struck Kyiv with a hypersonic ballistic missile, identified as the Oreshnik, during an attack, showcasing its advanced capabilities. In response, India highlights its own comparable MIRV-equipped Agni-V missile, which boasts even higher speeds.
Russia conducted one of its largest missile attacks on Ukraine, including the use of the rare Oreshnik hypersonic missile against Kyiv. Ukraine has requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council in response to the widespread strikes.
Russia conducted a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, utilizing hypersonic Oreshnik missiles, resulting in four deaths and significant destruction. The strikes drew widespread condemnation from European leaders, who described the attack as an escalation and a political scare tactic.
During a demonstration in Rome against the government's judicial reform and the war in the Middle East, protesters burned images of US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. A few thousand people joined the march.
Satellites have detected the Oreshnik hypersonic missile at a former Soviet military airfield in Belarus, 5km from the Russian border, capable of reaching all of Europe.
Ukrainian forces have issued a warning that Russia is likely to launch an Oreshnik missile within the next 24 hours. This comes as a Russian attack in northeastern Ukraine killed a 44-year-old woman and seriously injured another.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued an open letter to Vladimir Putin, proposing a face-to-face meeting to end the war, stating that "enough is enough." Donald Trump welcomed the possibility of such a meeting between the two leaders.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is preparing a new 'massive strike' against Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened strikes against locations from which drones are launched against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sent an urgent letter to Donald Trump and US Congress members, requesting Patriot PAC-3 missiles and highlighting a critical shortage of air defense equipment. Zelensky emphasized the severe risk to Ukraine's skies without US assistance, mentioning a recent Russian attack with Oreshnik missiles.
Russia's recent Oreshnik hypersonic missile strike on Bila Tserkva, estimated to cost $400 million, reportedly misfired and failed to achieve its intended propaganda or military goals. The incident has been described as a costly and ineffective exercise for Russia.
Russia used an Oreshnik missile, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, during its Sunday bombardment of Kyiv, a weapon experts consider part of the Kremlin's intimidation strategy against the West.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has called for a global response to massive Russian air attacks and confirmed the use of a new feared weapon by Moscow. Reports indicate Russia has used its 'indestructible' Oreshnik strategic missile, which travels at 10 times the speed of sound, three times.
Russia has reportedly deployed its Oreshnik missile in a massive attack targeting the Kiev region, marking a significant escalation in military actions.
Era stato annunciato dall’ambasciatore americano a Kiev un attacco eccezionale di Mosca contro l’Ucraina e così è stato. I missili utilizzati sono progettati per attacchi nucleari
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has warned Ukraine that his country could use the Russian Oreshnik missile system, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, in response to comments from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said NATO should regard Russia's medium-range Oreshnik missiles deployed in Belarus as a legitimate military target.