A Russian drone caused an explosion and fire at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant sarcophagus, though no radioactive breach was detected.
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A Russian drone caused an explosion and fire at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant sarcophagus
IAEA reported no radioactive breach and normal radiation levels
A Russian attack drone hit the shelter of Unit 4 of the Chornobyl nuclear power plant on the night of February 14, causing significant damage to the New Safe Confinement structure.
The IAEA confirmed a drone strike on the protective sarcophagus of the fourth unit of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
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