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Putin Announces 25-30% Increase in Missile Production, Targets Kyiv with Oreshnik Comparable to Nuclear Weapons

Nov 28, 2024, 10:16 AM

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a significant increase in missile production, projecting a rise of 25-30% in the coming year. This announcement was made during discussions about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where Putin indicated that the Russian military is preparing to target decision-making centers in Kyiv using the newly developed Oreshnik missile system. He claimed that the Oreshnik's strike force could be comparable to that of nuclear weapons, and emphasized that there are currently no comparable systems in the world. Additionally, he stated that serial production of the Oreshnik has commenced, with several missiles ready for deployment. The Russian military's General Staff and Ministry of Defense are reportedly selecting specific targets for these missiles in Ukraine.