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Putin Claims Oreshnik Missile System Can’t Be Intercepted, Positioned 2,000 Kilometers Away, Range Up to 5,500 Kilometers

Dec 19, 2024, 10:04 AM

Russian President Vladimir Putin has introduced the Oreshnik missile system as a modern weapon with a range of up to 5,500 kilometers. During a press conference, he asserted that there is no chance of the Oreshnik being intercepted by existing missile defense systems, including those deployed in Romania and Poland. Putin emphasized that the Oreshnik's capabilities render it impervious to anti-missile systems, which have interception ranges of 300 kilometers and 1,000 kilometers, respectively. He stated that the missile system is based on Russian developments and that he was directly involved in its production decision. The Oreshnik is positioned 2,000 kilometers away, further underscoring its strategic reach and effectiveness against potential threats.