Russia Uses Hypersonic Oreshnik Missile in Mass Attack on Kyiv
Russia has launched a massive missile strike on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, deploying the advanced Oreshnik hypersonic missile. The attack has killed at least four people and injured dozens more.
The Strike
Multiple reports confirm that Russian forces fired a barrage of missiles at Kyiv, including the Oreshnik hypersonic weapon. This missile travels at speeds exceeding Mach 10, making it extremely difficult for existing air defense systems to intercept.
The attack caused damage to multiple buildings and infrastructure across Kyiv. Rescue workers are searching through rubble for survivors.
The Oreshnik Missile
The Oreshnik is Russia’s newest hypersonic weapon system, reportedly capable of speeds over 10 times the speed of sound. While Russia has previously tested the missile in combat, this marks its first large-scale deployment.
Ukrainian Response
Ukrainian authorities condemned the attack as a terrorist act targeting civilians. Air defense systems intercepted some incoming missiles, but the penetration capability of hypersonic weapons poses an enormous defensive challenge.
The international community has expressed strong concern over the escalation.