Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting with military officials to discuss the recent attack on a military facility in Ukraine using an experimental hypersonic ballistic missile. Putin warned the West that Russia has developed a new missile system, the Oreshnik, which is powerful and capable of causing significant damage. He stated that testing of the missile will continue and that it could be used in combat if necessary. Putin and other Russian officials emphasized that the missile, even with conventional warheads, could have a devastating impact similar to nuclear weapons. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov blamed Western countries for escalating tensions by supplying weapons to Ukraine.
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Heavy snow strands drivers and hikers as chill sets in
Heavy snowfall in Victoria, with 63cm recorded at Mt Hotham, stranded over a dozen drivers and passengers overnight until rescue workers intervened. Victoria Police reported 13 rescues, with one individual suffering minor injuries from a vehicle rollover. Meanwhile, snow also blanketed parts of New South Wales, enhancing the ski season's start, particularly in Orange and other elevated areas, with ongoing snow showers expected throughout the weekend and into the coming week, especially in alpine resorts....
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