Russia issues chilling new threat with ‘Oreshnik’ missiles as World War 3 fears grow
A Russian military expert has issued a serious warning about what Russia might do next, increasing concerns that tensions with the West could grow even worse. There’s growing fear that things could spiral into a much larger conflict.
Right now, relations between Russia and other global powers like the United States and European countries are very tense. Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin and warned that if Russia doesn’t take steps toward peace in Ukraine, it could face even more punishments, like economic sanctions. European leaders are also worried that Russia might try to expand further, and if it attacks a NATO country, it could lead to a much bigger war.
Adding to those fears, a Russian military figure named Captain Vasily Dandykin—who often speaks in support of the Kremlin—made threatening remarks that hint at a possible escalation of the conflict. Instead of calming the situation, his words suggested things could get worse.
When asked whether Russia had enough missiles to strike places in Europe—like Estonia and its capital, Tallinn—he hinted that Russia is ready and doesn’t need many weapons to make an impact. He mentioned a missile system called “Oreshnik,” which he suggested is ready to be used again, and claimed that Russia’s weapons industry has been actively producing more missiles.
These “Oreshnik” missiles are thought to be medium-range weapons and have reportedly been used in the war with Ukraine already, including during a heavy missile attack last November.
Captain Dandykin also responded to reports that Donald Trump once suggested bombing Moscow. He said that Western countries backing Ukraine should be given an ultimatum—basically, a final warning. He quoted President Putin as saying that Russia will either remain a strong and independent country or it won’t exist at all. Dandykin insisted it’s time for Russia to push back hard against the countries helping Ukraine.
He added that Western countries, especially in Europe, are acting against Russia. He accused the German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, of using rhetoric similar to what the Nazis used, even bringing up an old Nazi slogan, “Drang nach Osten,” which means “push to the East.” He used this to claim that European nations, like Poland, are seeking more influence and access to strategic areas like the Black Sea.
Dandykin’s comments only fuel the belief that the conflict in Ukraine could grow into something much bigger. Many people are now worried that this war could spread further across Europe, especially as Russia continues its aggressive military actions.
