SUPERSONIC RETALIATION: Russia Unleashes New Oreshnik Missile to Strike Europe’s Largest Gas Storage Facility in Ukraine’s Lviv, formerly Lvov, Near the Polish Border (VIDEOS) Russia launched its 'Oreshnik' hypersonic ballistic missile from Kapustin Yar towards Lviv, Ukraine, striking the Bilche-Volytsko-Uherske gas storage facility. This strike, reportedly in retaliation for an attempted drone attack on Vladimir Putin's residence, targeted Europe's largest underground gas storage, accounting for over 50% of Ukraine's capacity. The missile's speed and range are noted as being beyond the capability of current air defense systems.
- Russia deployed the 'Oreshnik' hypersonic missile, targeting Lviv region, Ukraine.
- The strike hit Europe's largest underground gas storage facility, Bilche-Volytsko-Uherske in Stryi.
- The facility held over 50% of Ukraine's gas storage capacity.
- The missile traveled 1,800 km in 10-15 minutes at over 6,000 mph.
- Russia stated the strike was retaliation for an attempted drone attack on Vladimir Putin's residence.
- The 'Oreshnik' is described as an intermediate-range ballistic missile with hypersonic capabilities and multi-warheads.
- The US embassy in Kyiv had issued a warning about a potential significant air attack prior to the strike.
- The 'Oreshnik' is capable of carrying nuclear warheads, though not confirmed for this specific strike.