Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that a Russian drone strike targeted the radiation shelter above the Chernobyl nuclear reactor's fourth power unit, resulting in a fire that has been contained, with radiation levels stable following the incident.
Chernobyl Shelter Attacked by Drone: Ukraine Reports Limited Damage
Chernobyl Shelter Attacked by Drone: Ukraine Reports Limited Damage
Ukrainian officials confirm a Russian drone attack on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, but radiation levels remain stable.
The overnight attack on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant's protective shelter saw immediate attention from fire safety teams, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), who were on-site within minutes to respond to the explosion. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported, and radiation levels around the plant have not increased since the attack. President Zelensky reassured the public about the situation as military tensions continue in the region.
