SBU: Russia Uses Depleted Uranium Missiles
2- 20.05.2026, 11:51
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They found elevated radiation levels on the wreckage.
An elevated radiation background was found on the fragments of a Russian missile, which the occupants put on a modified Geran-2 attack drone during an attack on Chernihiv region on the night of April 7.
The SBU press service reported.
What is known?"
It is about fragments of R-60 air-to-air missiles that were found near the village of Kamka.
"It has been established that Russian troops use such missiles during massive attacks to hit Ukrainian airplanes and helicopters that intercept enemy UAVs.
During radiation reconnaissance in the immediate vicinity of the wreckage of the enemy drone with the missile, a gamma radiation level of 12 µSv/h was recorded, which significantly exceeds the natural radiation background and threatens human health," the Security Service emphasized.
The warhead of the missile was brought to a safe condition and transported to the place where radioactive waste is stored.
It was found that the warhead of the Russian missile included depleted uranium impactors identified as Uranium-235 and Uranium-238.
The SBU has now launched a pre-trial investigation under Art. 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (war crimes).
An appeal to citizens of Ukraine
"Given the toxicity and radioactivity of depleted uranium, we urge citizens to be especially careful in case of finding debris of UAVs, missiles or other ammunition. Damaged or burned munitions pose the greatest danger, as they can emit radioactive dust that is hazardous to people and the environment.
If such items are found, do not approach, touch or move them. It is necessary to move away to a safe distance and immediately report it to the hotline numbers: SBU - 15-16, State Emergency Service - 101 or National Police - 102," the SBU added.
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