Putin is tipped to deploy a hypersonic missile capable of reaching the UK in less than nine minutes.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is allegedly planning to deploy Oreshnik hypersonic missiles to Belarus, as reported by Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko.

Dubbed the "wonder weapon," these missiles can reach temperatures up to 4,000°C and could potentially hit Britain in less than nine minutes.

Belarus, which is geographically closer to Europe and Britain than most parts of Russia and an ally of the country, is expected to receive an operational Oreshnik system before Putin's own forces. The missiles are set to be stationed in eastern Belarus, approximately 1,345 miles from London.

Despite the fact that the Oreshnik is nuclear-capable, Putin has stated that it is almost as destructive with a conventional warhead, capable of incinerating targets at temperatures nearly as hot as the sun's surface.

The Kremlin has previously asserted that the missile is impossible to intercept. Lukashenko proudly mentioned receiving the Oreshnik from his "elder brother" Putin.

He also disclosed a supply issue with the missile, which was only used once last year against Ukraine without a live warhead, fueling suspicions that Putin may have overstated the readiness of the Oreshnik.

Lukashenko claimed that the Oreshnik systems would arrive "any day now," describing it as a weapon with "terrible" consequences. He also shared his plans to deploy a missile system closer to the Russian city of Smolensk.

He mentioned that having targets too close or too far is problematic, as they might not handle the load well, and considered a location near Russia.

Lukashenko also hinted at Putin's difficulties in mass-producing the Oreshnik, stating that it would probably take two or three years. He acknowledged that one Oreshnik is sufficient to secure Belarus, but they are also needed in Russia, and no specific deadlines were stipulated, as it is not urgent.

Russian state media reported that an Oreshnik launch from Belarus could reach London in 8.8 minutes, compared to 20 minutes from its current test launch base in southern Russia.

Putin has previously boasted about his personal involvement in the Oreshnik's development, calling it a historic event in the rocket and space field, unprecedented with this type of weapon. He also mentioned his deep involvement in the project.