On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster, Ambassador of Ukraine to Nigeria Ivan Kholostenko provided a comment to the media, calling for global reflection on its lessons
26 April 2026 13:37
Key messages:
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The Chornobyl disaster was one of the worst man-made catastrophes in history, caused by severe safety violations and systemic negligence.
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Soviet authorities attempted to conceal the scale of the tragedy, significantly worsening its consequences and endangering millions.
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Radioactive contamination spread across large parts of Europe, forcing hundreds of thousands to leave their homes.
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More than 600,000 liquidators demonstrated courage and sacrifice in containing the disaster.
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Chornobyl remains a warning about the dangers of secrecy, lack of transparency, and disregard for human life.
The Embassy emphasises that remembering Chornobyl must reinforce global commitment to safety, accountability, and the protection of human life.
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