Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed on Thursday that Russia has successfully tested a new medium-range ballistic missile, called Oreshnik, against Ukraine as part of its ongoing military efforts. He stated that long-range strikes from Ukraine have introduced “global elements to the conflict,” but emphasized that the “enemy has failed” to achieve its military objectives. Addressing Russians in a televised speech, Putin stressed that attacks using Western weapons will not change the outcome of Russia’s special operation in Ukraine. He also adressed Russia’s use of advanced weaponry, stating that if hypersonic weapons are deployed against Ukraine, civilians would be warned in advance. Putin reaffirmed Russia’s right to target military objects of those who use weapons against them, reinforcing Moscow’s stance on the legitimacy of their military actions in the ongoing conflict with Kiev. The Russian president’s remarks come amid heightened tensions in the region.
NN: Everyone needs to calm down here. This is Russian propaganda . Not a game changer. In fact the experimental missile missed its target. What you are seeing is postering before the upcoming peace negotiations. Where Ukraine well be forced to face reality. It can’t defeat Russia without NATO troops on the ground. And that is not going to happen. So after the blow and go Ukraine will be forced to accept the reality it has lost the Dunbar region just like it lost the Crimea . So best course of action is to arrange the best terms of surrender and cut your loses.
