Drone Strike Damages Chornobyl's Protective Shield

Drone Strike Compromises Chornobyls Protective Shield: Ukraine Blames RussiaThe steel confinement structure at the Chornobyl nuclear plant, built to contain radioactive material, has been damaged by a drone, according to the IAEA. Ukraine attributes this to Russia. The structure has lost its primary safety functions, but main support structures and monitoring systems remain intact. Earlier this year, a drone strike damaged the protective cladding around reactor Number Four. Repairs have been made, but comprehensive restoration is necessary to ensure long-term nuclear safety. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.