Ukraine's UAV Strike Hits Europe's Largest Nuclear Plant, Says Rosatom
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- •The strike occurred on May 30, 2026, at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine.
- •Rosatom's CEO confirmed this was the first-ever targeted attack on nuclear power plant equipment.
- •The plant is the largest nuclear facility in Europe, supplying significant electricity to the region.
- •Russian officials accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting the plant, citing risks of a radiation disaster.
- •No immediate radiation leaks were reported following the UAV strike.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Ukraine continues UAV attacks on nuclear facilities regional security could deteriorate further, increasing the risk of nuclear accidents and international condemnation affecting Ukraine's diplomatic relations
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RURBC (RU)Попадание украинского БПЛА по Запорожской АЭСRUSputnik (EN)Ukrainian Attacks on Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant Could Trigger Radiation DisasterRUTASS (EN)UAV strike on Zaporozhye NPP is first-ever targeted attack on NPP equipment — Rosatom CEORURT (EN)Ukraine ‘deliberately’ struck Europe’s largest nuclear plant – Rosatom