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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.
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