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THE WHITE HOUSE W A S H INGTON March 26, 1996 Warm greetings to all those across the United States, in Ukraine, Belarus, Russia and around the world who are commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Chomobyl nuclear disaster. The devastating effects of the 1986 explosion and fire at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant are with us still. Dozens of people were killed almost immediately; thousands were stricken with acute radiation sickness. Radiation contaminated large areas of what are now Ukraine, Belarus, and the Russian Federation, reaching even the Baltics, Scandinavia, and beyond. Thousands risked -- and many lost -- their lives in the cleanup efforts, and in the years since, terrible cancers have claimed even more victims, many of them children. I commend the noble work of the humanitarian relief organizations and the courageous individuals who have cared for the innocent victims of this calamity. In striving to save and protect the children of Chornobyl and their elders, they have responded to one of the world's worst environmental catastrophes with the best effort that the world has to offer. Their advice and initiative have led to constructive U.S. Government programs to supply medicines and treatment for those who continue to suffer. And their compassionate work has earned our lasting admiration and gratitude. But we know that relief and sustained medical care are not enough. The United States will continue to lead international efforts to prevent another such disaster. Late last year, we joined with Ukraine and the other G-7 nations in a Memorandum of Understanding to close the Chornobyl plant by the year 2000. Through this Memorandum, our countries entered into a partnership to mobilize the resources not just to close Chornobyl, but also to help Ukraine develop a more vibrant, self-sustaining energy sector that will advance its prosperity as a sovereign nation in the new Europe. And on April 19 and 20, world leaders will meet in Moscow to recommit themselves to a global mandate for nuclear safety and security. This is a goal of the highest order -- for we must not rest until Chornobyl is remembered not only as a tragedy, but also as a signpost on the road to a safer world. As we mourn those who lost their lives at Chomobyl and pray for those who still suffer its effects, let us renew our solemn pledge: to promote healing, ensure prevention, and offer hope. 31 www.unwla.org
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