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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Russian Drone Strike Damages Chernobyl Radiation Shield
Caption: Russian Drone Strike Damages Chernobyl Radiation Shield. A Russian drone struck the radiation shelter covering Chernobyl’s damaged reactor, causing a fire that has since been extinguished, according to President Zelensky. Ukraine confirmed that radiation levels at the plant remain stable, but the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains on high alert following the incident. The IAEA reported that fire safety teams responded within minutes of the overnight explosion, and no casualties have been recorded. Chernobyl’s protective shield, built to contain radiation for the next century, was damaged, with footage showing the extent of the strike. Nuclear expert Prof. Jim Smith reassured that the thick concrete sarcophagus beneath the shield remains intact, meaning the strike is unlikely to cause radiation leaks. The attack comes after increased military activity near Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, where both sides have accused each other of drone strikes. Zelensky condemned the attack, stating it proves Putin has no intention of negotiating peace, following claims by Trump that Russia agreed to talks. Ukraine continues to call for stronger international pressure on Russia, as nuclear sites remain at risk amid ongoing military operations. Zelensky is set to meet US officials in Munich, where Ukraine’s security situation will dominate discussions at a major world summit. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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