Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking nuclear plant, causing a fire
Summary
Russia says Ukraine used drones to attack a nuclear plant near their border, causing a fire and damage to equipment. The event took place while Ukraine celebrated its Independence Day, but the fire was quickly put out, and no injuries were reported. Both countries have traded accusations about attacks on nuclear facilities.Key Facts
- Russia accused Ukraine of a drone attack on the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant.
- The attack damaged an auxiliary transformer and reduced capacity at one reactor.
- The fire was put out quickly, with no injuries reported.
- Radiation levels at the plant remained normal according to the International Atomic Energy Agency.
- The attack happened as Ukraine celebrated its Independence Day.
- Russia and Ukraine have both accused each other of attacks on other nuclear facilities, including Zaporizhzhia.
- Russia intercepted 95 Ukrainian drones; Ukraine claims to have shot down or jammed 48 drones sent by Russia.
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