Russian drone damages Chernobyl containment

The protective shell over the Chernobyl nuclear site has been severely damaged by a Russian drone attack, raising acute risks of radioactive contamination.

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Chernobyl, Ukraine

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Friday, 24 April 2026 at 12:04 UTC

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On the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, the site faces a new threat after a Russian drone attack severely damaged its massive protective shell. The attack has created an acute risk of renewed radioactive contamination from the reactor's remains. The incident underscores the ongoing vulnerability of the site amid the wider conflict in Ukraine.

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