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Putin Orders Mass Production of Orechnik Hypersonic Missile Amid Ukraine Conflict

Nov 22, 2024, 06:07 PM

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the mass production and continued combat testing of the new hypersonic ballistic missile Orechnik. The missile, which was used the day before to strike Ukraine on November 22, 2024, marks a significant development in Russia's military capabilities. This medium-range hypersonic missile had not been previously revealed. The directive comes amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting the escalating military tensions.