Russian Drone Strike on Chernobyl Hasn’t Led to Rise in Radiation Levels
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In February 2025, a Russian drone strike punctured the New Safe Confinement shield at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine. While authorities haven't been able to repair the damage, radiation levels outside the plant have not increased, according to officials and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The damaged shield, designed to contain radioactive materials for 100 years, is no longer functioning as intended, potentially allowing radiation to escape in the future if an event releases radioactive materials inside. Nuclear experts and the IAEA emphasize that the immediate risk is low, as decommissioning of the sarcophagus is not currently underway, and monitoring systems remain functional. The IAEA confirmed that the shield's load-bearing structures were not permanently damaged.
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