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Russia Will Continue Testing Oreshnik Missile Complex - Putin

The Russian president held a meeting on Friday evening with senior officials from the Ministry of Defense and representatives of the defense industry.

Russia already has a stockpile of Oreshnik missile systems, and a decision on the system's mass production has been taken, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced.

"We will continue these tests, including in combat conditions, depending on the situation and the nature of the security threats that are created for Russia, especially since we already have a stockpile of such systems ready for use," Putin said.

The achievements and pace of development of the Oreshnik system inspire pride and admiration, and developments in the defense sector like the Oreshnik are of vital importance for Russia's security, Putin added.

"The weapons system that was tested yesterday is yet another reliable guarantor of Russia's territorial integrity and sovereignty," the president said.

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