Putin Announces Upcoming Mass Production of Oreshnik Intermediate-Range Missile

Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed that the serial production of the Oreshnik intermediate-range missiles will begin soon.

Speaking at a Russian Defense Ministry board meeting, Putin described the Oreshnik missile system as a powerful new weapon for Russia, The Caspian Post reports, citing Russian media.

"As you know, the Oreshnik intermediate-range missile system has become Russia’s newest powerful weapon. It was successfully used in November in response to the strikes on our country’s territory - a ballistic missile with a non-nuclear hypersonic payload was used," the Russian leader said.

"The serial production of such systems is supposed to be established in shortly in order ensure the security of Russia and its allies," Putin stated.