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Ukraine reports Russian drone strike near Chernobyl nuclear facility

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Posted Jun 7, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-07-1130
Ukraine reports Russian drone strike near Chernobyl nuclear facility

Ukrainian authorities reported a Russian drone strike near the Chernobyl power plant, targeting a spent nuclear fuel storage facility. President Zelensky condemned the "absolutely cowardly" attack, raising nuclear safety concerns.

Ukrainian authorities have reported a Russian drone strike near the Chernobyl power plant, specifically targeting a spent nuclear fuel storage facility. President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the incident, characterizing it as an "absolutely cowardly" attack. The strike raises significant concerns regarding nuclear safety and the potential risks associated with military actions near such sensitive infrastructure. Details on the extent of any damage or impact to the facility were not immediately available. The Chernobyl site holds historical significance as the location of the 1986 nuclear disaster.

Sources: Le Monde

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