Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha informed the IAEA that Russia is preparing strikes on critical nuclear energy facilities in Ukraine, targeting open switchgear of nuclear power plants and transmission substations ahead of winter.
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According to Ukrainian intelligence, the Kremlin is preparing strikes on critical nuclear energy facilities in Ukraine on the eve of winter. In particular, we are talking about open switchgear of nuclear power plants and transmission substations, which are critical for the safe operation of nuclear energy.
The destruction of these facilities creates a high risk of a nuclear incident that will have global consequences.
Russia is the only country that has seized a nuclear power plant in Europe, blackmailing the world.
The Ukrainian Peace Formula contains a point on ensuring radiation and nuclear safety.
According to Ukrainian intelligence, the Kremlin is preparing strikes on critical nuclear energy facilities in Ukraine on the eve of winter. In particular, we are talking about open switch gear of nuclear plants and transmission substations, which are critical for the safe operation of nuclear power
The destruction of these facilities creates a high risk of a nuclear incident that will have global consequences
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