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Black Smoke Rises as Fire Erupts at Russian-Controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant; Zelenskyy Accuses Russia

Aug 11, 2024, 07:05 PM

A fire has erupted at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in southeastern Ukraine, sending up black smoke. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russian forces of starting the fire by igniting tires near one of the cooling towers. Despite the fire, radiation levels remain normal, and the plant continues to operate as expected. The Mykolaiv region administration reported the incident, viewing it as a potential provocation by Russian forces, who have controlled the plant since 2022. The International Atomic Energy Agency has been informed, and the global community is awaiting further developments.