Russia's Oreshnik Missile Raises Concerns Over Escalation in Ukraine War

Putin touts the hypersonic missile's destructive capabilities, but experts downplay its novelty and warn of propaganda motives.

The Oreshnik missile, first used by Russia in a strike on Dnipro, is being promoted by Putin as a high-precision, hypersonic weapon with significant destructive power.
Military analysts argue the missile is not a groundbreaking weapon but rather a modified intercontinental ballistic missile designed to bypass past arms treaties.
Experts suggest the missile's deployment is a psychological tactic to intimidate Ukraine and the West, rather than a sign of new military capabilities.
The missile's range, potentially reaching up to 5,800 km, has been interpreted as a strategic message to Europe and the UK regarding their support for Ukraine.
Analysts believe the Kremlin's emphasis on the Oreshnik is part of a broader information campaign, with no indication of an imminent nuclear escalation.