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Zelensky brands Russia nuclear terrorism as Chernobyl marks 40 years of horror

International
Published on 26 April 2026
Zelensky brands Russia nuclear terrorism as Chernobyl marks 40 years of horror

More than 100 drones hit overnight on Chernobyl’s 40th

On the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of “nuclear terrorism,” warning the invasion is pushing the world toward disaster. He cited deadly overnight drone strikes—over a hundred launched—with three people killed. Zelensky urged the international community to stop what he called reckless attacks.

  • Zelensky calls Russia’s actions “nuclear terrorism”
  • Statement comes during Ukraine’s Chernobyl 40th anniversary
  • Over 100 drones were launched overnight, killing three
  • Zelensky warns the invasion could bring global brinkmanship
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