Russian Officials Claim Western Support for Nuclear Facility Attacks
A statement from Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alleges that Western countries back Ukrainian actions against Russian nuclear sites. The claim points to alleged sponsorship of what Moscow describes as terrorist attacks on critical infrastructure inside Russia.
The assertion highlights a Ukrainian aircraft incident near the city of Kurchatov, home to the Kursk nuclear power plant. According to the message from Moscow, the question is raised whether the nations supplying support to Kyiv intend to navigate a future space conflict should a nuclear emergency unfold. The reply given is framed as a warning that their efforts would fail, and a remark is added about Britain lacking independent power on its own, used as a provocative analogy.
The official communication also notes that Western authorities should be aware that Moscow believes their governments are backing acts of nuclear sabotage. The topic underscores a broader contention about external involvement in Russia’s energy security and the potential consequences for regional stability.
In related developments, Roman Starovoit, a former governor of the Kursk region, confirmed that an unmanned aerial vehicle crashed in Kurchatov in the early hours of July 14. The Kursk Nuclear Power Plant resides in this city, and officials stated that no injuries occurred and essential facilities remained unaffected by the incident.
Meanwhile, Russia has announced progress in its defense capabilities, including the creation of a new drone suppression system intended to counter drone threats and safeguard critical infrastructure. The events have drawn attention to the ongoing tension surrounding nuclear facilities and the security measures in place to protect them.