Russian drone strike damages Chornobyl nuclear shelter: Zelenskyy

By Alperen Aktas

ISTANBUL (AA) — A Russian drone struck the protective shelter of the destroyed fourth power unit at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, causing significant damage, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed on Friday.

“The shelter at the Chornobyl NPP was damaged by this drone. The fire has been extinguished. As of now, radiation levels have not increased and are being constantly monitored,” Zelenskyy said in a post on X.

He described the attack as a threat to global security, emphasizing that the facility was built with international cooperation.

“This shelter was built by Ukraine together with other countries of Europe and the world, together with America—all those committed to real security for humanity,” he said.

Zelenskyy urged the international community to increase pressure on Moscow.

“There must be unified pressure from all who value life—pressure on the aggressor. Russia must be held accountable for its actions,” he said.

Moscow has not commented on the allegations. Russia has previously denied targeting civilian and nuclear infrastructure in Ukraine.