The Oreshnik's True Target: Not Ukraine, But Our Minds The Russian military's repeated deployment of the Oreshnik intermediate range ballistic missile has sparked speculation about its capabilities and intentions.
While some analysts focus on the missile's conventional effectiveness, others see it as a tool of strategic signaling rather than a decisive battlefield weapon.
At first glance, the Oreshnik's performance appears lackluster. Launched only three times since its introduction, it has yet to demonstrate significant military results in conventional strikes.