Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the use of a new missile called Oreshnik in an attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro, framing it as a response to long-range weaponry supplied by the US and UK to Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky characterized the missile as a potential intercontinental ballistic missile, while Western officials questioned this claim. The US National Security Council reported that the missile was an experimental medium-range ballistic type. Putin asserted that Russia is prepared for any developments, emphasizing its arsenal’s capability.