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The Fat Pipe Jan 9, 2026: Russia Uses Another Oreshnik Causing Immense Damage, Silver!, Economic Vandalism, “Health,” and a Very Bad Ally

What just transpired in Ukraine is yet another wake-up call for Europe and the US. Will they heed it or will they continue to push for war?

The User's Profile Chris Martenson January 9, 2026
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Welcome to the Friday Fat Pipe.  Lots going on…let’s dive in…


Russia Uses Another Oreshnik Missile And Detroys Europe’s Largest Gas Storage Facility In UKR

Last night, Russia decided to use another Oreshnik missile.  At least I think it was one.    Let’s say, “at least one.”

As before, the speed of reentry is a sight to behold, and alarming:

The target was all the way over on the west side of Ukraine, more than 1000 km from the Russian border:

That’s a statement right there.  “We can easily and accurately hit whatever we want with these Oreshniks.  Are you paying attention yet?”

This was in response to something, perhaps the attack on Putin’s residence? Maybe another ‘wink’ at the West as they commit piracy on the high seas?  A little wake-up call?

The target was apparently the gas storage facility at the Stryi gas field:

This facility holds 50% of all Ukrainian gas, and a significant portion of Europe’s reserves:

Not only was that gas facility vital, but Zelensky had put it up as backing for a loan deal he was seeking from the EU.  That idea is now dead.

From many miles away the sky was lit up like it was sunrise, indicating that a massive amount of gas had been liberated and lit:

Nobody saw it coming, no warnings were sent, no chance at detection, and possible interception.

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Indeed. And the West is pretty worried too, which I can detect because I have been scouring X and Telegram for any images or...
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