FT: Western tools found in production of Russia’s new Oreshnik missile
A Financial Times investigation reveals Russian missile production still relies on German and Japanese CNC systems, bypassing sanctions.
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Russia’s missile attack on Kyiv is response to Ukraine’s strike on strategic fuel plant, not to Zelenskyy’s criticism of Putin, analysts say
Military analysts point to Ukraine's strategic hit on a Russian rocket fuel facility as the catalyst for Moscow's rapid response, dismissing speculation about presidential rhetoric as the trigger.
Zelenskyy labels Putin “dumbass” for “high-tech duel” idea to target Kyiv with Oreshnik
After Putin's threat, Zelenskyy used strong language to denounce him and his circle as "psychos," and emphasized Putin's complete disregard for human lives.
ISW: Kremlin may seek off-ramp from nuclear threats through Oreshnik missile promotion
Putin compared its destructive power to nuclear weapons, indicating a potential strategic shift in military deterrence approach as nuclear threats lose effectiveness.
Pentagon warns Russia may launch another Oreshnik missile at Ukraine
The DoD warns Russia may launch another experimental intermediate-range ballistic missile, while also confirming the Russian military's withdrawal from Syria's Tartus base following Assad's fall.
UK intel: Russia’s Oreshnik missile likely deployed for strategic messaging
Russia likely used its expensive, experimental Oreshnik missile as symbolic retaliation for Ukraine’s Western missile use, despite limited production, per UK intelligence.
US says it takes Russian threats to strike new American base in Poland “seriously”
US National Security Spokesperson John Kirby assures that the US will do everything necessary to protect American military personnel in Europe amidst rising Russian threats.
Pentagon denies North Korean troops in Ukraine, says they are in Russia’s Kursk Oblast
Singh also confirmed the US is seeking contractors to assist with repairs in Ukraine but noted none have entered yet.
NYT: Putin places as many threats as possible on table ahead of potential peace talks after Trump’s inauguration
Russia intensifies assaults, missile attacks as part of a strategy to raise stakes ahead of potential peace talks.
CNN: Putin falsely claims Russian intermediate-range ballistic missiles are unstoppable, says expert
Currently, Ukraine doesn't possess the systems capable of destroying Russian intermediate-range ballistic missiles.
Patriot systems not designed for interception of Russian intermediate-range missiles, but Ukraine may try, expert says
Despite not being designed for this task, Ukrainian experts suggest the Patriot missile system could attempt to intercept Russian medium-range missiles to protect Ukrainian territory.
France condemns Russian strike on Dnipro with intermediate-range ballistic missile
Following Russia’s use of the intermediate-range ballistic missile against Ukraine, NATO members plan to discuss the implications at an upcoming Ukraine-NATO Council meeting. France emphasized that Russia remains the sole aggressor in the war.