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world1 day ago•5 min saved

Russia Weaponizes Cold Weather in Ukraine Strikes, Sends Message to Europe

Over the last week Russia conducted almost 1,100 strike drones, more than 890 guided bombs, and over 50 missiles against Ukraine, including an intercontinental 'Oreshnik' missile toward Lviv Oblast. Zelenskyy says Moscow deliberately timed the attacks for the freezing weather (-15°C) to maximize civilian suffering, hitting energy infrastructure and homes as Ukrainian crews work to restore power and heating while Europe watches.

via Euromaidan Press|

#civilian-targets #energy-infrastructure #europe

world5 days ago•3 min saved

Western nations condemn Russia's use of nuclear-capable missiles in Ukraine

The UK, Germany, and France condemned Russia's use of the hypersonic missile Oreshnik in Ukraine, calling it unacceptable and escalatory, with Ukraine planning international action. Russia claimed the attack was a response to an alleged Ukrainian attempt on Putin, which Ukraine and the US deny. The missile strike damaged infrastructure in Ukraine, and Kyiv suffered a severe missile and drone attack that left half the city without heat amid cold weather, causing casualties and infrastructure damage.

via Euronews.com|

#eu-response #kyiv-attack #oreshnik-missile

world5 days ago•4 min saved

Russia's Oreshnik Missile: Capabilities and International Reactions

Russia launched the Oreshnik missile into Ukraine, marking its second use since 2022, with the missile capable of carrying nuclear or conventional payloads and designed to be highly destructive and difficult to intercept, signaling an escalation and warning to the West amid ongoing tensions.

via CNN|

#ballistic-missile #nato #oreshnik-missile

world5 days ago•5 min saved

Russia Deploys New Oreshnik Missile in Major Ukraine Attack

Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine, including the use of a new hypersonic missile, the Oreshnik, marking only the second time it has used this weapon, as a warning to NATO and the West amid ongoing tensions and conflict escalation.

via AP News|

#missile-attack #nato #oreshnik-missile

world15 days ago•3 min saved

Russia Deploys Nuclear-Capable Oreshnik Missiles in Belarus

Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered service in Belarus, escalating tensions amid ongoing Ukraine peace negotiations, with Russia emphasizing its military strength and potential nuclear capabilities.

via AP News|

#belarus #nuclear-weapons #oreshnik-missile

world27 days ago•3 min saved

Russia Deploys and Modernizes Oreshnik Nuclear-Capable Missiles Amid Strategic Updates

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced that Russia has deployed its latest nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system to Belarus, amid ongoing tensions and talks related to the Ukraine conflict, with Russia emphasizing its strategic capabilities and potential use against Western targets.

via ABC News|

#belarus #nuclear-weapons #oreshnik-missile

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Ukraine Destroys Key Russian Oreshnik Missile Systems Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine's intelligence agencies claim to have destroyed a Russian 'Oreshnik' missile launch system at Kapustin Yar, marking a significant covert operation. The missile, capable of reaching Europe with nuclear or conventional warheads, highlights ongoing tensions and the potential threat of advanced missile technology deployment in the region.

via Kyiv Post|

#intelligence-operation #military-strike #oreshnik-missile

military1 year ago•6 min saved

Putin's Oreshnik Missile Escalates Tensions with Ukraine and NATO

Russia's Oreshnik missile, recently used in a strike on Ukraine's Dnipro, is revealed to be a hybrid system developed by Roscosmos, traditionally known for space exploration. The missile, initially designed as a carrier rocket for small satellites, has been adapted for military use, highlighting the integration of space and military technologies in Russia. The Oreshnik's development reflects Russia's strategic focus on cost-effective, versatile launch vehicles, with potential applications in both civilian and military sectors.

via Bulgarian Military|

#military #military-technology #oreshnik-missile