Russian Drone Damages Chernobyl Reactor Shield, Raising Global Concerns

Ukraine reports significant damage to the protective structure of the Chernobyl nuclear site, with no immediate rise in radiation levels detected.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj confirmed that a Russian drone struck the protective shield of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, causing significant damage but no immediate radiation increase.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified the incident, noting an explosion near the reactor site and ongoing monitoring of radiation levels.
The attack has been widely condemned as a global security threat, with Zelenskyj labeling it an act of terrorism against critical infrastructure.
The incident comes as international leaders, including the U.S., discuss potential peace talks with Russia during the Munich Security Conference.
French President Emmanuel Macron and other global leaders warned against any peace deal that undermines Ukraine’s sovereignty or territorial integrity.