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Nuclear weapons
Should Ukraine Become a Nuclear Power?
After the collapse of the USSR, Ukraine agreed to the withdrawal of Soviet nuclear weapons when it signed the Budapest Memorandum. In return, it received security guarantees that now prove worthless.
Nov. 17, 2024
Zelensky
Zelensky: Ending Attack on Energy Facilities Can De-Escalate War
The Ukrainian president’s statement came amidst widespread concerns about prolonged winter blackouts due to Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
Oct. 23, 2024
Drones
Kyiv Denies Being Responsible for Drone Attacks Near Kursk Nuclear Power Plant
Russian Telegram channels claimed that Ukrainian drones attempted to strike the Kursk NPP on Thursday, along with four missiles that were intercepted in flight.
Oct. 4, 2024
War in Ukraine
Putin 'Hopes to Torment Millions’ – Ukraine at War Update for Sept. 26
Trump says Ukraine “refuses to make a deal”; Zelensky tells UN that Kremlin is plotting attacks on nuclear plants before winter; Japan will join G7 in offering Russian-asset-backed loans to Kyiv.
Sept. 26, 2024
Energy
Kyiv Warns of Imminent Russian Strikes on Nuclear Sites, Calls for Global Action
According to Ukrainian intelligence, critical infrastructure, including open switchgear and transmission substations at all nuclear plants are at risk.
Sept. 24, 2024
Ukraine
Sybiha: Kyiv Warns IAEA Russia Is Preparing Strikes on Critical Nuclear Facilities in Ukraine
According to Ukrainian intelligence, the Kremlin is preparing strikes on critical nuclear energy facilities in Ukraine on the eve of winter.
Sept. 21, 2024
War in Ukraine
Several Nuclear Power Units in Ukraine Disconnected During Massive Russian Attack on Monday
On Aug. 26, the largest attack of the war targeted Ukrainian energy infrastructure, causing major power disruptions. Officials warn these strikes endanger nuclear facility safety.
Aug. 30, 2024
Energy
OPINION: We Did It Then, We Will Do It Now
20 years ago both the Khmelnitsky and Rivne Nuclear Power Plants saw extensive development of their capability to support Ukraine’s energy requirements.
Aug. 29, 2024