The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution initiated by Ukraine on the consequences of the Chernobyl disaster. The document was supported by 97 countries, including Georgia.

Eight countries - among them the US, Russia and Belarus - voted against, while 39 abstained.

The resolution, titled “Strengthening international cooperation and coordination of efforts to study, mitigate, and minimize the consequences of the Chernobyl disaster”, recognizes the long-term impact of the 1986 accident and underscores the need to support affected communities. It also expresses concern over damage to the protective sarcophagus at the site caused by a Russian drone strike in February 2025, which, according to the text, undermined international efforts to ensure nuclear safety.

“The document’s adoption not only introduces the correct Ukrainian transliteration across the UN dossier but also draws attention to the aggressor’s crimes against the Ukrainian people and threats to global nuclear security. We thank all 97 Member States for their support”, - wrote Andrii Sybiha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, on X.