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International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day

April 26 marks a tragedy that changed the course of history and reminds us of the importance of nuclear safety and international solidarity.

Abandoned Pripyat

A haunting view of Pripyat, the abandoned city near Chernobyl.

The Persistent Legacy of the Chernobyl Disaster

The Chernobyl disaster exposed nearly 8.4 million people to radiation across Belarus, Ukraine, and Russia. Decades later, its impact on health, the environment, and the economy remains profound.

Chernobyl Radiation Zone

The eerie silence of the Chernobyl exclusion zone — a stark reminder of the past.

Global Cooperation for a Safer Future

Thanks to international cooperation, a new safe confinement was built over Reactor No. 4. The Chernobyl disaster continues to shape global policies on nuclear energy and emergency response.