New Russian offensive strikes Ukraine, nuclear power plant still in focus

The world’s attention remained focused on the fate of a Ukrainian nuclear power plant set uncomfortably on the front lines between Russian invaders and Ukrainian defenders.

Fears remained high about the state of the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant. Both sides have said it is at risk of a nuclear disaster because of the other sides’ attacks. Both deny taking action against the facility, and it is not possible to immediately verify information from either side, dpa news agency reported.

Russian forces occupying the plant said on Sunday that they had to shoot down an armed drone sent by the Ukrainians.