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Harvard Historian Serhii Plokhy - Chernobyl Under Russian Occupation

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Crisis at Chernobyl: A Struggle for Control

This chapter explores the challenges faced by Russian forces during their occupation of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, highlighting Colonel Vrelinkov's struggles with unfamiliar technology. It delves into the tense negotiations for restoring power to the town of Slavutic amid ongoing conflict, showcasing the resilience of Ukrainian operators. The narrative also critiques the International Atomic Energy Agency's slow response to the crisis, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures at nuclear facilities under threat.

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