Russia's Foreign Ministry accuses Ukraine of "nuclear terrorism" following attacks on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP). A diplomat warned of catastrophic consequences from escalating strikes, including potential damage to power units. Ukraine has intensified shelling, destroying vehicles and damaging facilities, though no staff casualties were reported.
Russia's Foreign Ministry accuses Kiev of nuclear terrorism after a deliberate attack on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant's core equipment, posing a global threat.
Alexander Stepanov noted that the lack of response from both Western countries and international organizations to such attacks has made it possible to create an extremely dangerous precedent of nuclear terrorism
A shooting outside the WHCA gala led to an arrest, prompting condemnation from EU leaders and expressions of solidarity with President Trump. Meanwhile, US-Iran tensions persist, diplomatic efforts continue in Lebanon, and Hungary's new leadership prepares for talks in Brussels.
Also in this newsletter: On 40th Chernobyl disaster anniversary, Zelenskyy accuses Russia of committing 'nuclear terrorism.'
President Zelenskyy marked the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster by accusing Russia of nuclear terrorism. Simultaneously, Ukrainian drone strikes hit a fertilizer plant in Russia's Vologda region, causing injuries.
A US nuclear policy expert says the risk of nuclear terrorism or nuclear materials entering the black market due to the US-Israel conflict with Iran remains low for now, but could increase significantly if the Iranian government implodes or the conflict causes major internal instability. Such a scenario could lead to Iranian nuclear scientists attempting to sell materials to non-state actors seeking nuclear weapons.
