A startup in Lviv has unveiled Ukraine's homemade drone, the KROOK-1, intended as a response to Russia's Iranian-designed Shahed drones, according to a report by Times of Ukraine. The announcement comes as the IAEA issued safety recommendations for citizens in the event of accidents at nuclear facilities, including the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant. The KROOK-1 is presented as Ukraine's answer to the Shahed drones, which have been used by Russia for three years to target Ukrainian cities. The Times of Ukraine report highlights that these drones drain air defenses and cause civilian casualties. Meanwhile, the IAEA's safety advice, disseminated by Times of Ukraine, outlines critical steps for individuals to take during an accident, emphasizing seeking shelter in basements or central building areas, sealing off windows and doors, using water and food from sealed containers, wearing masks or respirators, and showering after exposure to the outside. It also advises against taking iodine supplements until an official signal is given. The Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant experienced a blackout on October 1st between 5:07 PM and 6:06 PM UTC due to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure near Slavutych. The Ministry of Energy confirmed "hostile firing" of energy objects as the cause, with specialists working to restore power to the plant's new safe confinement, which houses the destroyed fourth Chernobyl unit. This incident occurred amidst ongoing air raid alerts and drone activity across Ukraine.
