On the fortieth anniversary of the Chornobyl accident, Ukraine signed an agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to allocate €30 million for the first stage of repairs to the new safe confinement (protective arch) of the station.
This was announced by the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Denys Shmyhal, following the International Chornobyl Conference on Restoration and Nuclear Safety.
On the night of February 14, 2025, the Russians damaged it with a Shahed strike. According to preliminary estimates, about €500 million is needed to restore and enhance the structure’s safety.
The partners also made initial commitments totaling almost €100 million. These funds will be used to restore the confinement and improve nuclear safety in Ukraine.
