The main tasks of research units from the 704. A separate radiation, chemical and biological defense brigade will include detailed monitoring of radiation levels, collecting samples and documenting results. The decision to increase supervision announced on August 31 is a consequence of the February attack of Russian drones, which damaged the structure of the New Safe Confinement dome (NSC).
Increased safety after a February drone attack
In February this year, the Russians hit the Chernobyl sarcophagus with the drone of Iranian Shaad. The attack on the structure caused international fears about the potential radiation threat. Damage, although serious, did not lead to a radioactive leak. Thanks to the rapid operation of Ukrainian radiation units, the building's stability was confirmed and repair work began.
Chernobyl exclusion zone. Destruction after the Russian occupation
Questions about the safety of the Chernobyl exclusion zone also arose earlier, shortly after the start of Russia's full -line attack on Ukraine. On February 24, 2022, Russian troops took control of the Nuclear Power plant in Chernobyl. At that time, the forces of the National Guard of Ukraine could not resist due to international regulations regarding military activity in nuclear facilities. The Russians withdrew from Chernobyl at the beginning of April 2022, leaving behind trenches in contaminated places, faces and ecological damage.
Currently, Ukrainian forces are still carried out in demining and maintenance in the area of exclusion zone.
International support for repair activities
Safety at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant is also the subject of international interest. In July 2025, the French Minister of Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot visited the power plant, announcing the transfer of $ 11 million. for supporting repair activities related to protective infrastructure. The funds are to be allocated to supplement the equipment and strengthen existing protective structures.
