Russia Accuses Ukraine of Planned Attack on Kursk Nuclear Plant

The Russian defence ministry accused Ukraine of planning an attack on the Kursk nuclear power plant and blaming it on Moscow. Russia warned of a harsh response, citing the risk of contamination. Despite Ukraine's military actions, the Kursk nuclear power plant remains under Russian control.

Russia's defence ministry has accused Ukraine of preparing to attack the Kursk nuclear power plant and to pin the blame on Moscow, according to a report by the Interfax news agency.

The ministry warned of a strong retaliatory response if such an attack were to occur, highlighting the potential for significant contamination around the area. The accusation comes after Ukraine's military incursion into the Kursk region in early August, which led to claims of control over numerous settlements.

Despite these developments, the Kursk nuclear power plant continues to be under Russian control.

(With inputs from agencies.)