Russia launches attack on Chernobyl with high-explosive munitions: Radiation shelter struck
According to a statement from the International Atomic Energy Agency, a Russian drone struck the radiation shelter at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. While the resulting fire was brought under control, it was noted that there has been no increase in radiation levels. Ukraine confirmed the attack, and Zelenskyy called on the international community to respond.
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A Russian drone struck the radiation shelter at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that a Russian drone targeted the radiation shelter at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. It was reported that a fire broke out at the plant as a result of the attack, but it was extinguished in a short time. Officials stated that there was no increase in radiation levels.
The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed the explosion that occurred in the region. The agency announced that radiation levels inside and around the plant remain within normal limits.
The attack damaged the protective structure built after the 1986 disaster, which prevents the spread of radiation. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine shared video footage of the incident.
Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia's attacks on nuclear facilities put global security at risk. The safe shelter built at Chernobyl in 2016 ensured that radiation was kept under control.
Sharing the footage of the attack, Zelenskyy made the following statements in a message on his X account:
''Last night, a Russian attack drone equipped with high explosives struck the shelter at the 4th power unit of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant that protects the world from radiation. This shelter was built by Ukraine together with other countries in Europe and the world, with the support of America...
Today's Russia is the only country in the world that attacks such places, occupies nuclear power plants, and wages war without ever thinking about the consequences. This is a terrorist threat to the entire world. The shelter at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant was targeted by a drone. The fire that broke out was extinguished. As of now, radiation levels have not increased. The situation is being closely monitored.
According to initial assessments, the shelter sustained critical damage. Russia carries out such attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure and cities every night. Russia continues to expand its army and shows no change in its unstable, anti-human state rhetoric. This means that Putin is definitely not preparing for negotiations; instead, he is preparing to deceive the world and continue (the war).''
Therefore, everyone who values life must exert unified pressure against the aggressor (referring to Russia). Russia must be held accountable for its actions.''
Last night, a Russian attack drone with a high-explosive warhead struck the shelter protecting the world from radiation at the destroyed 4th power unit of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / ????????? ?????????? (@ZelenskyyUa) February 14, 2025
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