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Zelensky accuses Russia of attacking nuclear plant on 40th anniversary of Chernobyl disaster

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Vladimir Putin of "nuclear terrorism" and warned that Russian military activity near Chernobyl risked repeating history.

Speaking on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, Zelensky cited Russian-Iranian Shahed drones regularly flying over the plant, with one striking the confinement last year.

He urged the world to prevent this "nuclear terrorism" by forcing Russia to cease its reckless attacks.

Separately, North Korea's Kim Jong Un vowed to strengthen military support for Russia after Moscow’s defence minister attended a memorial in Pyongyang.

Russian and North Korean officials agreed to "long-term" military cooperation, aiming for a stable footing until 2031.

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