Russian drone damaged the shelter of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant: is there a threat of radiation (video)
14 February 10:12
On the night of February 14, a Russian attack drone with an explosive warhead hit a shelter that protects the world from radiation from the destroyed 4th power unit of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The attack was reported by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who emphasized the danger of such actions by Russia, Komersant ukrainskyi reports
The Head of State emphasized that the attack on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant once again proves the terrorist nature of Russia’s actions.
“Ukraine was building this shelter together with other countries of Europe and the world, together with America – with everyone who wants real security for people. The only state in the world that can attack such facilities, occupy the territory of nuclear power plants and conduct hostilities without any regard for the consequences is today’s Russia. And this is a terrorist threat to the whole world,” Zelenskyy said.
According to him, the world cannot leave such actions of the aggressor unpunished.
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Consequences of the attack on Chornobyl: damage to the shelter and the threat of radiation
According to preliminary estimates, the shelter was severely damaged as a result of the drone strike. Firefighters managed to quickly extinguish the fire, and the radiation level is still within normal limits.
“The shelter at Chornobyl NPP was damaged by this drone. The fire was extinguished. Currently, the radiation background has not increased, and this is constantly monitored. According to the first estimates, the damage to the shelter is significant,” Zelensky emphasized.
However, experts continue to monitor the situation to prevent possible complications.
Russia is not ready for negotiations – it is preparing for new attacks
The President of Ukraine emphasized that daily attacks on civilian and critical infrastructure, as well as continued mobilization, indicate the Kremlin’s real intentions.
“Russia carries out such attacks against Ukrainian infrastructure and our cities every night. Russia continues to increase its army. Russia does not change its crazy anti-human state rhetoric. And this means that Putin is definitely not preparing for negotiations. He is preparing to continue deceiving the world,” Zelenskyy emphasized.
The Head of State called on international partners to increase pressure on Russia, in particular through sanctions and military support for Ukraine.
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“That is why we need the united pressure of all those who value life – pressure on the aggressor. Russia must be held accountable for what it is doing,” Zelensky summarized.
