US Pledges $100 Million for Repairs of Chernobyl Nuclear Containment Shelter

Mon, 04 May 2026 03:55:00 +0200

The United States has announced a contribution of $100 million to aid in repairing the damaged containment dome at the Chernobyl nuclear plant in northern Ukraine. The plant, known for the catastrophic reactor explosion in 1986, still houses significant radioactive materials within its shelter, designed to prevent environmental contamination. The funding is part of a larger international effort to address damages caused by a Russian drone attack on the structure in February 2025. Ukraine’s Energy Minister, Denys Shmyhal, reported that the total estimated cost for restoring the shelter is approximately 500 million euros, or about $585 million. Discussions about financing the repairs took place at a recent international conference focused on the Chernobyl site. The U.S. contribution represents a significant step in ensuring the structural integrity of the containment dome, which remains a critical element in mitigating long-term radiation risks. International cooperation is expected to c