Ukrainian Official: Country Loses Control Of Chernobyl To Russia

Ukraine has lost control of the Chernobyl nuclear site following a fierce battle. Chernobyl, located 80 miles north of Kiev, is infamous for the 1986 nuclear disaster that spread radioactive waste across Europe. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the situation as a declaration of war.

What event led to Ukraine losing control of the Chernobyl nuclear site?

How far is the Chernobyl plant from Kiev?

What was the significance of the Chernobyl disaster?

When did the Chernobyl nuclear reactor explode?

What did President Volodymyr Zelensky declare regarding the situation?