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Russia's Hypersonic Missile Strike Raises European Security Alarm

1/10/2026

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Russia launched its Oreshnik hypersonic missile into Ukraine near Lviv, about 40 miles from Poland, the second use since the 2022 invasion.
Analysts say the strike serves as a warning to NATO and the West.
Ukrainian officials reported multiple explosions.
The Oreshnik, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, has a range that covers much of Europe.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called it a serious threat to European security.

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Russia launched its Oreshnik hypersonic missile into Ukraine near Lviv, about 40 miles from Poland, the second use since the 2022 invasion.
Analysts say the strike serves as a warning to NATO and the West.
Ukrainian officials reported multiple explosions.
The Oreshnik, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, has a range that covers much of Europe.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called it a serious threat to European security.