Chernobyl

IAEA: Abnormal radiation levels at Chernobyl

International Atomic Energy Agency director Rafael Grossi visits site of Chernobyl nuclear reactor after Russian forces withdraw from site.

Ukraine:

Direct communications with Chernobyl plant restored

IAEA says direct communications restored between Chernobyl plant and state atomic power regulator.

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Troubling discoveries in Chernobyl following Russian retreat

According to reports, Russian soldiers ignored safety precautions in one of the most radioactive locations in the world.

Russian troops report 'acute radiation' after leaving Chernobyl

Russian soldiers apparently dug trenches in the city's 'Red Forest' named for trees turning red following the nuclear disaster.

Russian troops leave Chernobyl power plant

Ukrainian officials confirm that Russian troops left the Chernobyl nuclear power plant after weeks of occupation.

US: Russian forces pulling out of Chernobyl

US defense official says Russian forces have begun to pull out of Chernobyl site, which they captured on the first day of the war.

Ukraine War

What are the dangers posed by Russia's capture of Chernobyl?

Russia took control of former nuclear plant in early days of invasion. Employees have essentially been held hostage since.

IAEA chief concerned about situation in Ukraine

IAEA Director General calls for agreement that would enable IAEA to assist safe and secure operation of Ukraine’s nuclear facilities.

IAEA board to hold urgent meeting on Ukraine

The meeting on Wednesday will take place amid concerns for Ukraine's four operational nuclear power plants.

US condemns reported hostage-taking at Chernobyl

White House press secretary says US "outraged" by reports that Russian soldiers are holding staff at Chernobyl hostage.

Ukraine Warns:

Russia seizing Chernobyl a ‘declaration of war against Europe’

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls Russia's attempt to take over Chernobyl Power Plant a "declaration of war" on Ukraine and all of Europe.

A former lawmaker hopes HBO’s ‘Chernobyl’ spurs change in Israel

Will a rerun of a historical drama push Israel to help the 1,500 Israelis who helped liquidate Chernobyl?

Massive Forest Fire Approaches Chernobyl Nuclear Plant

Ukrainian interior ministry warns wind has blown huge fire into exclusion zone of plant which blew up once, as flames continue to near.