Dnipro River gets polluted with 150 tons of engine oil, there is risk of another 300 tons leaking – President’s Office

According to the press service of the President's Office, this was reported during the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) meeting.

"Members of the National Security and Defense Council were informed that at least 150 tons of machine oil got discharged into the Dnipro, and there is a risk of further leakage of more than 300 tons," the report said.

As a result, a series of international measures were agreed upon during the meeting. These include arranging a gathering of the UN Security Council, reaching out to international environmental organizations, and contacting the International Criminal Court. The Russian actions are seen as clear violations of the Geneva Convention.

The participants of the meeting were briefed on the current situation at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. It was highlighted that the Ukrainian staff at the plant is effectively monitoring the situation and has plans in place to address any potential developments.