The United States pledged $10 million to aid those affected by the fallout of the Chernobyl disaster, as Ukraine marks the 30th anniversary of what is described as the world’s worst nuclear accident.
An April 26, 1986, explosion at Chernobyl’s No. 4 reactor forced the evacuation 350,000 residents working and living in the surrounding area.
State Department spokesperson John Kirby said Monday the funds will “help endure the safety of future generations who live in the affected area.”
The pledge comes on top of more than $400 million the United States has committed to the international effort to help Ukraine restore the site …read more
Source: Voice of America
