
Armenian nuclear plant advised to boost safety
International nuclear safety experts advised earthquake-prone Armenia on Thursday to increase safety measures at the country's Soviet-era reactor after the disaster in Japan.
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International nuclear safety experts advised earthquake-prone Armenia on Thursday to increase safety measures at the country's Soviet-era reactor after the disaster in Japan.
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