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Trump Proposes U.S. Control of Ukraine's Nuclear Plants

3/26/2025

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President Trump has suggested that the U.S. take ownership of Ukrainian nuclear power plants, notably the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, to bolster security. Russia swiftly dismissed this idea, insisting the ZNPP is under its control. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine denied any talks of ownership but showed openness to modernization efforts if the plant is returned to Ukraine.

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President Trump has suggested that the U.S. take ownership of Ukrainian nuclear power plants, notably the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, to bolster security. Russia swiftly dismissed this idea, insisting the ZNPP is under its control. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine denied any talks of ownership but showed openness to modernization efforts if the plant is returned to Ukraine.