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Strikes in Ukraine coincide with Chernobyl anniversary
Strikes across Ukraine and Russian-occupied areas resulted in at least 16 fatalities. The anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster has raised concerns about nuclear risks amid the ongoing conflict. (sources: pbs, abc, ap, aljazeera, bbc)
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ModernAction Briefing
As Ukraine marks 40 years since the Chernobyl disaster, strikes have led to multiple casualties. Ukrainian officials have expressed concerns about the implications of nuclear safety in the context of the ongoing war.
- Strikes across Ukraine and Russian-occupied territories killed at least 16 people.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned about the use of nuclear threats in the conflict.
- The anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster has prompted discussions about nuclear safety risks.
Why it matters
The situation underscores ongoing concerns about nuclear safety in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war.
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