What is Russia’s Oreshnik nuclear-capable missile?
By The BriefBrief
Russia’s Oreshnik is described as a nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile that can evade air defenses.
WHO:Russia
WHAT:Russia describes the Oreshnik as a nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile capable of evading air defenses and striking targets across Europe at hypersonic speeds.
WHEN:May 24, 2026 at 7:37 AM ET
WHERE:Russia
WHY:Russia says the Oreshnik missile can evade air defences and strike targets across Europe at hypersonic speeds.
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