Kyivindependent Ukraine Detects Depleted Uranium in Russian Missile Attack on Chernihiv Oblast
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- •Depleted uranium was found in a Russian missile used in a drone attack on Ukraine.
- •Radiation levels detected were significantly above natural background levels, posing health risks.
- •A pre-trial investigation into potential war crimes has been launched by Ukrainian authorities.
On May 20, 2026, Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) reported that an R-60 missile used in a Russian drone attack on Chernihiv Oblast contained depleted uranium. Elevated radiation levels of 12 micro-Sieverts per hour were detected from the missile fragments, which were integrated into a modified Geran-2 drone during an attack on April 6-7. The SBU has secured the missile's warhead and transported it to a radioactive waste facility, warning citizens about the dangers of encountering debris. A pre-trial investigation for war crimes has been initiated under Article 438 of Ukraine's Criminal Code. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized that any use of nuclear weapons by Russia would provoke a devastating response from NATO. The situation remains critical as Russia conducts joint nuclear drills with Belarus amid rising tensions.
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