40 Years After the Meltdown, War Layers Another Disaster on Chernobyl
The New York Times • 4/26/2026
Summary
The Chernobyl disaster occurred 40 years ago, and the contaminated zone is now facing additional challenges due to war. Ideas have been proposed for how this area could provide economic benefits to Ukraine, but it will remain an army-controlled security belt for the foreseeable future.
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