Russia has unveiled the Oreshnik missile as a potential solution to the Ukraine conflict.
The first time Russia fired its new Oreshnik medium-range missile was with the raid carried out on the PA Pivdenmash facility in Dnipro, Ukraine. It was only after the missile’s operational test against Ukraine that the West became aware of its existence.
Advance Warning.
Russia gave the US a brief warning of an intermediate-range ballistic missile strike on Dnipro before the attack. Earlier, a US administration official stated that the warning was conveyed through channels designed to reduce nuclear risks.
Oreshnik Missile Capabilities.
The Oreshnik missile is believed to be a mobile, solid-fueled weapon with 2,500-3,000 and 5,500 km (100,000 mi) range. MIRVs that can travel at hypersonic velocities are included in its features. RS-26 is the basis of its missile design.? A missile that is a type of intercontinental ballistic missile and uses solid fuel.
Russia’s Hypersonic Strategy.
In order to bypass missile defense systems, Russia has adopted hypersonic warheads. It is an Avangard hypersonic glide vehicle designed to carry either a nuclear or conventional payload and perform evasive maneuvers while flying at speeds of up to Mach 20.
Limited Oreshnik Missile Inventory.
A US official stated that Russia probably has only a few experimental missiles after President Putin described the November 21 medium-range missile strike as a test.
Conclusion.
The Oreshnik missile attack has sent a powerful message to the world.? But Russia has shown it is both strong and wise to avoid escalating things. While the impact of the Oreshnik strike remains uncertain, it is apparent that Russia has increased its involvement in the Ukraine conflict.
