Ukraine says power cut at Chernobyl plant risks "nuclear discharge"
The country's energy minister says backup generators should be able to keep vital cooling systems running, but stresses electricity must be restored "as quickly as we can."
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The country's energy minister says backup generators should be able to keep vital cooling systems running, but stresses electricity must be restored "as quickly as we can."
Other Western nations reacted with horror, as well. The attack stoked fears the war could spark another Chernobyl.
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