The U.S. government's approach to the Russian state should be of grave concern to every ally of the United States -- and to every citizen of the United States who believes that their country should be a credible and autonomous power in the international system.

As a result of a Russian drone attack in February 2025, the protective sarcophagus at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant was significantly damaged. The emergency work resulted in approximately 330 openings in the outer cladding of the NSC arch, each with an average size of 30-50 cm,