Russia Modernizes Nukes, Builds Zaporizhzhia Power Lines

Leaked classified documents have revealed that Russia is undertaking a large-scale modernization of its nuclear missile infrastructure, with new military installations and blueprints representing a significant security breach for Moscow. At the same time, Russia is rapidly constructing over 50 miles (80 kilometers) of new power lines in occupied southeastern Ukraine to reconnect the seized Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to its energy grid. Satellite imagery and Greenpeace analysis confirm these efforts, indicating Moscow's intention to restart and exploit Europe's largest nuclear facility despite ongoing hostilities. Experts warn of the heightened risks involved in operating the plant near active conflict zones. In response to repeated Russian missile and drone attacks, Ukraine has carried out long-range drone strikes on Russia's defense industrial base. These parallel developments underscore the escalating nuclear and energy-related tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.