Russia Deploys Hypersonic Oreshnik Missile to Belarus
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Moscow/Minsk — Russia is deploying its nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile system to Belarus, placing major European capitals within striking distance. The Mach 10 missile, with a range up to 4,000km, can reach London, Paris, or Berlin in minutes and is nearly impossible to intercept. It features multiple independently targetable warheads that maneuver mid-flight. First used in combat against Ukraine in November, the system enters full duty by year's end. Putin frames the move as a response to NATO's support for Kyiv. Deployment alongside tactical nukes in Belarus escalates tensions, prompting European defense upgrades like Germany's A3 system. Analysts warn of a shifted power balance and heightened nuclear risks in Europe. The missile underscores Russia's advancements in countering Western defenses. What questions do you have? Please share your opinion below 👇
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