Russia's Oreshnik Missile: A New Tactic in Putin's Arsenal?
TL;DR
Russia's recent missile strike on Ukraine using the experimental Oreshnik missile is seen by experts as a form of "saber rattling" by President Vladimir Putin, rather than a move for mass destruction. The attack highlights Russia's limited options against Western military aid to Ukraine. Despite the missile's deployment, experts suggest it was more about sending a message than achieving tactical battlefield effects. The incident also underscores Russia's updated nuclear doctrine, which lowers the threshold for nuclear weapon use in response to attacks supported by the U.S.
- Oreshnik missile strike on Ukraine was Putin "saber rattling," experts say Axios
- What Is Russia’s Oreshnik Ballistic Missile? The New York Times
- New Russian missile fired at Ukraine carried warheads without explosives, sources say Reuters
- Russia launches new IRBM at Ukraine, Zelenskyy says Putin is 'terrified' ABC News
- Putin’s game is hypersonic: Is that why we can’t see it? Responsible Statecraft
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