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Putin Warns of Oreshnik Missile Strike Power, Comparable to Nuclear Weapons

Nov 28, 2024, 11:03 AM

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the use of Oreshnik missiles in a massive strike would have an effect comparable to the use of nuclear weapons. Putin emphasized that Russia was compelled to deploy these missiles in response to enemy actions, specifically long-range missiles targeting Russian territory. He also mentioned that combat tests of Oreshnik missiles would continue as a form of retaliation.