Kursk Nuclear Drama: Russia Blames Kyiv's Drone Fireworks Show
In a real fireworks sort of way, Moscow claims Kyiv lit up the Kursk nuclear power plant with 'dozens of drone attacks,' causing a 50% cut in the reactor's operating capacity. This daring spectacle unfolded just as Ukraine was marking 34 years of independence, adding an explosive twist to the celebrations. Russian authorities reported an 'auxiliary transformer' got a little too hot to handle, but Ukraine stayed mum on the incident. All happening just 37 miles from the border, proving geopolitics can be quite the electrifying show.
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(1 of 3)Nothing says "Happy Independence Day" like a drone flyby turning a nuclear plant's power down to half. On the bright side, it's only slightly less subtle than fireworks, right?
Who needs fireworks when you can just launch drones at nuclear plants? Ukraine 34, safety protocols 0.
Kursk reactor on 50% power after mystery drone serenade. Russia’s version of a birthday surprise is really unique.
Source: Theguardian | Published: 8/24/2025 | Author: Angelique Chrisafis and agencies
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