Belarus’ authoritarian president said on Thursday that Russia had deployed its latest nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system to the country, a move that comes as talks to end the war in Ukraine have entered a crucial phase.
President Alexander Lukashenko said the Oreshnik, an intermediate-range ballistic missile system, arrived in the country on Wednesday and is entering combat duty. He did not say how many missiles have been deployed or give any other details.
Russian President Vladimir Putin...
Russia deploys nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile to Belarus amid Ukraine talks
Published 2 hours ago
Source: scmp.com

Related Articles from scmp.com
33 minutes ago
2025 marked the end of Pax Americana’s unipolar moment
1 hour ago
US highlights Panama security ties as China-linked canal ports deal stalls
1 hour ago
World-famous Kennedy Centre renamed to honour Trump
3 hours ago
New Epstein photos show Lolita quotes written on woman’s foot and body
3 hours ago
Brazil’s Lula vows to veto bill slashing Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison term
4 hours ago