Ukraine Warns of Russian Plans to Strike Nuclear Facilities
Ukrainian officials urge global response to potential nuclear disaster ahead of winter.
- Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has alerted the IAEA about Russia's alleged plans to target critical nuclear energy facilities.
- Ukrainian intelligence suggests that these strikes could focus on open switch gear and transmission substations essential for nuclear safety.
- Ukraine has requested permanent monitoring missions at all nuclear plants to prevent potential incidents.
- Russia has previously occupied the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, raising fears of nuclear blackmail.
- The Ukrainian government calls for a strong international reaction to thwart what it describes as a terrorist threat.