Modeling hypothetical attacks and discussing scenarios for the destruction of Russia has become a popular topic in recent days. The Russian Kedr ballistic missile, nicknamed Oreshnik by the Ukrainian military, represents a potential threat to all of Europe.
According to the British edition of the Daily Mail, calculations show that the rocket can reach the main European capitals in a matter of minutes. When launched from the Kapustin Yar test site in the Astrakhan region, the rocket will reach London in 16 to 17 minutes, Berlin in 11 to 12 minutes, Paris in 15 to 16 minutes, Brussels in 14 to 15 minutes and Rome in 13 to 14 minutes. These indicators are due to its ability to reach speeds above Mach 11 in the final stage of flight.
“Kedr” is a carrier of nuclear weapons, but during the attack on the Dnieper on November 21, the missile was used in a non-nuclear version. The head of Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate, Kirill Budanov, said the launch should be seen as a signal demonstrating Russia’s readiness for escalation.
According to available data, Russia only has two experimental models of the Kedr missile and its serial production has not yet begun. This missile, which is equipped with warheads with submunitions, was used for the first time in the attack on the Dnieper. The missile was reported to carry six warheads, each of which included six submunitions.
Despite its advanced features, experts have expressed doubts about the Kedr’s effectiveness in a nuclear weapons-free setting. According to analysts, its use in this form is limited and requires additional improvements.
