• A forest fire in the radioactive exclusion zone around Chernobyl broke out on Thursday after an attack by two Russian drones, covering more than 1,200 hectares.
  • Over 370 firefighters are battling the blaze, hampered by drought, strong winds, and Russian mines in the area.
  • Ukrainian authorities say there is no danger of radioactive contamination and the situation is under control.
  • The Chernobyl zone has been closed since the 1986 disaster and has served as a corridor for Russian drone and missile attacks since the war began.
  • Despite a three-day ceasefire that took effect on May 9, both sides continue drone attacks.

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