US commits $100M to repair damaged Chernobyl sarcophagus

The United States will provide $100 million to restore the protective structure of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, which was damaged in a Russian drone attack, says First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal, Report informs via RBC Ukraine.

According to the minister, the issue of financing repairs to the sarcophagus was discussed with international partners during the International Chornobyl Conference.

Currently, the total amount required for the full restoration of the facility is estimated at around €500 million.

Denys Shmyhal thanked the US Department of State, Energy Secretary Chris Wright, and the American delegation for their financial support, which will help strengthen radiation safety in Europe.