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Zaporizhzhia - I think that's a word we are all going to learn in the next few days - hal - 03-04-2022
Russians are shelling a nuclear power plant - just DANDY!
March 4 (Reuters) - The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine, the largest of its kind in Europe, was on fire early on Friday after an attack by Russian troops, the mayor of the nearby town of Energodar said.
Re: Zaporizhzhia - I think that's a word we are all going to learn in the next few days - Tiangou - 03-04-2022
Re: Zaporizhzhia - I think that's a word we are all going to learn in the next few days - SteveG - 03-04-2022
International Atomic Energy Agency is in contact with Ukrainian authorities over nuclear plant fire
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a tweet it is "aware of reports of shelling at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant," and that it was in contact with Ukrainian authorities about the situation.
Some context: Earlier, the mayor of a nearby town said the nuclear plant was on fire amid intense fighting in the area, with firefighters unable to reach the site. Ukraine's foreign minister said Russian troops were "firing from all sides" at the plant.
Re: Zaporizhzhia - I think that's a word we are all going to learn in the next few days - gabester - 03-04-2022
Hm... well this is one way for Putin to indicate his willingness to irradiate enemies without violating any nuclear arms treaties.
And terrifying.