Archive · 5 Nov 2025
Putin Hails Russia’s New Advanced Weapons for Strategic Parity
Imagine Russia has made some super-fast, powerful new toys, like a special rocket called Burevestnik and a giant underwater drone called Poseidon.
President Putin told the people who built them that they are very important for keeping Russia safe, like having a really strong shield and sword for a very long time.
The Burevestnik rocket is so fast it can dodge anything trying to stop it, and it uses a special tiny power source.
The Poseidon is like a super-fast submarine torpedo that can make huge waves.
Putin also said the technology used for these can help find metals, explore space, and even build a moon base.
Russia is also making another missile called Oreshnik, which they have already sent to a place called Ukraine.
President Putin praised Russia's newly tested advanced weapons as crucial for 'decades to come' of security and strategic parity.
The Burevestnik nuclear-capable cruise missile was successfully tested, covering 14,000 km at over three times the speed of sound with a rapid-activation nuclear propulsion system.
The Poseidon nuclear-powered super torpedo, which is faster than any surface vessel, has also been successfully tested.
Putin indicated that the small-scale nuclear technologies developed for these weapons have potential applications in rare metal extraction, Arctic operations, and space exploration, including a lunar base.
Russia has begun mass production of the Oreshnik missile, reportedly first deployed in Ukraine in November 2024.
- Who
- Russian President Vladimir Putin, scientists, and engineers
- What
- Lauded and showcased recently tested advanced weapons, including the Burevestnik cruise missile and Poseidon nuclear-powered torpedo, highlighting their capabilities and potential applications.
- When
- Tuesday (Putin's remarks); Last week (Putin announced Burevestnik test); November 2024 (Oreshnik reportedly deployed)
- Where
- Russia (ceremony and weapon development); Ukraine (Oreshnik deployment)
- Why
- To ensure national security, maintain strategic balance, and showcase Russia's technological advancements.
Russia's Perspective
Military Analyst Perspective (Implied)
Significance of New Weapons
Russia's Perspective
Putin claims the Burevestnik cruise missile and Poseidon nuclear-powered torpedo represent historic achievements, crucial for national security and strategic balance for the next century.
Military Analyst Perspective (Implied)
While acknowledging the advanced capabilities, the implicit perspective is that these weapons are designed to counter existing defense systems and pose a significant threat to coastal regions and naval forces.
Missile Capabilities
Russia's Perspective
Putin highlights the Burevestnik's speed (over three times the speed of sound), its compact nuclear propulsion system for rapid activation, and its ability to evade any existing defense system, with successful tests covering 14,000 km.
Military Analyst Perspective (Implied)
Analysts note the Burevestnik's potential to evade defenses, while the presence of a NATO warship during a test is implicitly framed as a demonstration of capability near potential adversaries.
Torpedo Capabilities
Russia's Perspective
The Poseidon nuclear-powered super torpedo is noted for surpassing the speed of any surface vessel, with Putin confirming successful testing.
Military Analyst Perspective (Implied)
Military analysts believe the Poseidon could devastate coastal regions by generating massive radioactive ocean waves, indicating a significant destructive potential.
- President Putin's Statement
- New weapons ensure security and strategic parity for decades to come.
- Burevestnik Missile Test
- Successfully tested, traveled 14,000 km, speed over Mach 3, compact nuclear propulsion.
- Poseidon Torpedo Test
- Successfully tested, faster than any surface vessel, potential for massive radioactive ocean waves.
- Potential Applications
- Rare metal extraction, Arctic operations, space exploration, lunar base construction, new energy sources.
- Oreshnik Missile Production
- Mass production has begun; reportedly deployed in Ukraine in November 2024.