IAEA finds damage but no radiation leak after alleged Russian drone strike near Chernobyl

Naijaonpoint_ng | 08-06-2026 08:46am |

Inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) conducted an assessment following an alleged drone strike by Russia on a spent nuclear fuel storage facility near the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The inspection revealed no increase in radiation levels or evidence of radioactive contamination, alleviating immediate concerns about a radiation leak. However, the incident has heightened apprehensions regarding nuclear safety in the context of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The IAEA continues to monitor the situation closely to ensure the safety of nuclear facilities in the region.

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