Russia has commenced mass production of the military vehicle "Oreshnik" under Putin's orders.
Russia Announces Mass Production of Hypersonic Missile System "Oreshnik"
In a significant development, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced the mass production of the "Oreshnik" missile system, a cutting-edge hypersonic strike system, in Russia. The announcement was made on August 1, 2025, with the first series of the missiles already manufactured and delivered to the military.
The "Oreshnik" complex, known for its ability to reshape the battlefield, is a medium-range ballistic missile system derived from the intercontinental RS-26 "Rubezh" system. It has a reduced range of around 800–850 kilometers and the capability for both nuclear and non-nuclear configurations. The system was first tested in November 2024 and showcased in a display of military capability with a focus on precision weaponry.
President Putin also revealed ongoing preparations for the deployment of the "Oreshnik" system in Belarus. Sites are being selected, and the system is expected to be operational by the end of 2025 or in 2026.
The announcement was reported by RIA Novosti. It is worth noting that this is not the first time President Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko have met on Valamo Island, the location of their recent unofficial meeting. Previous meetings occurred in July 2019, 2023, and 2024. However, the nature or purpose of these meetings, as well as any agreements or decisions made, remain undisclosed.
The production of the "Oreshnik" series is now ongoing, with the first series having been delivered to the troops. The location of the production is not specified. The article does not discuss any connection between the "Oreshnik" rocket production and the Ukrainian attacks mentioned in the title.
[1] RIA Novosti [2] TASS [3] Interfax [4] Sputnik News
The mass production of the "Oreshnik" missile system, a significant development in Russia, has prompted widespread discussions in general-news and politics circles. Meanwhile, plans are underway for the deployment of this advanced hypersonic system in Belarus, as reported by RIA Novosti.
