Strikes in Ukraine and Russia result in at least 16 deaths
Strikes occurred on the anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, raising concerns about nuclear safety amid ongoing conflict. Authorities reported multiple casualties across affected areas. (sources: cbsnews, pbs, abc, ap, aljazeera)
At least 16 people died in strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territories, and Russia, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the risks of nuclear threats in the ongoing war.
- Strikes resulted in at least 16 fatalities, according to authorities.
- The strikes occurred on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster.
- Zelenskyy warned about the use of nuclear threats in the conflict.
Why it matters
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about nuclear safety in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war.
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