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Massive Russian morning attack causes decrease in electrical power at Ukrainian nuclear power plants, IAEA says

Only 2 of 9 operating reactors at full capacity. Director Grossi warns of vulnerable energy infrastructure impacting nuclear safety.

byMaria Tril

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UN nuclear agency funded Russian research in occupied Crimea, investigation reveals

The UN's nuclear watchdog, IAEA, signed two contracts after Russia occupied Crimea, potentially legitimizing occupation and contradicting UN resolutions on Ukraine's territorial integrity.

byYuri Zoria

Stoltenberg: Kyiv justified in striking military targets outside Ukraine

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Stoltenberg says Russia’s nuclear threats should not deter military aid to Ukraine

Outgoing NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has urged member countries not to be swayed by Vladimir Putin's "reckless nuclear rhetoric," adding that increased military support for Ukraine remains crucial in the face of Russia's escalating threats.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine warns IAEA of Russian intentions to target nuclear facilities ahead of winter

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has warned that Russia is planning strikes on critical nuclear facilities, which could trigger a catastrophic nuclear incident.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine to receive vital spare parts for nuclear plants following IAEA-facilitated deal with France

The agreement ensures Ukraine will receive essential spare parts for emergency diesel generators at the South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant, helping to maintain the safety and functionality of its reactors during power outages.

byOlena Mukhina

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IAEA expands monitoring to include Ukrainian power substations for nuclear safety

Ukraine's chief nuclear inspector announced that the IAEA will expand its monitoring to key Ukrainian substations, not just nuclear plants, amid ongoing Russian air assaults on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

byYuri Zoria

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Two nuclear power plant units were disconnected during Russia’s August 26 attack, Ukraine informs IAEA

Ukraine notified IAEA that Russian missile and drone assault on 26 August, causing disconnections at Rivne and South Ukraine nuclear power plants. Ukraine emphasizes deliberate targeting of energy infrastructure, threatening nuclear facility operations and public safety.

byYuri Zoria

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IAEA chief warns of potential “nuclear incident” at Russia’s Kursk Power Plant

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has warned of a potential "nuclear incident" at Russia's Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, citing ongoing safety risks due to the facility's lack of a protective dome.

byOlena Mukhina

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IAEA chief Grossi to visit Kursk NPP amid Ukraine’s advances

As Ukrainian troops push into Russia's Kursk Oblast, the International Atomic Energy Agency raised alarms about the safety of the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant's reactors, similar to those involved in the 1986 Chornobyl disaster. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi is set to inspect the facility's vulnerabilities firsthand.

byVira Kravchuk

Fire at the Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on 11 August.

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Fire at Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant extinguished, Ukraine blames Russia over incident

A fire was seen from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on 11 August, with Ukraine blaming Russian forces for starting a fire and Russia, in contrast, accusing Ukraine of deliberately targeting the facility and damaging a cooling tower.

byVira Kravchuk

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IAEA says Ukraine advances nuclear security amid Russia’s war

Ukraine has been praised by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for fulfilling nuclear non-proliferation obligations amid Russia's war.

byOlena Mukhina

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Weapons, occupation, and influence: 5 reasons to sanction Russia’s Rosatom now

Despite its image as a purely civilian entity, the nuclear giant produces weapons for Russia's wars and is a tool for ensnaring countries into resource dependencies

byOlena Lapenko

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Drone strike hits Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant again, IAEA denied in site access – Grossi

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported a third drone attack on the training center at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant site within the last two weeks. "The IAEA team was denied access to assess the incident at the training center,” the organization reported.

byMaria Tril

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Russia staged attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant – Ukraine intel

Ukraine has not conducted any military actions or provocations concerning the station, Yusov reports. Earlier IAEA reported alleged drone attack.

byOrysia Hrudka

Three direct hits on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant reactor, IAEA chief says

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3 direct hits on Russian-held Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant reactor, IAEA chief says

Ukrainian intelligence officials clarified that Kyiv is not involved in any armed provocations there.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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Drone attack hits Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, says IAEA

Earlier, Ukrainian authorities reported Russian military using the plant for equipment storage and personnel deployment.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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IAEA chief voices concern over lack of access to Zaporizhzhia NPP turbine halls

The Russian forces occupying the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) have restricted IAEA inspectors from accessing certain premises, including turbine halls where Russian military equipment was observed.

byMaria Tril

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IAEA: Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant facing 50% staff shortage, expiring fuel

Ukraine's Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) has just half of the highly trained and licensed personnel required for safe operation, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned on 6 February, dangerously threatening nuclear safety at Europe's largest facility.

byMichelle Bondar

Russian troops stand near the Zaporizhzhia NPP

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Russian troops plant mines along Zaporizhzhia NPP perimeter, IAEA reveals

Mines, once removed in November 2023, resurface in the plant's buffer zone, exacerbating concerns at Europe's largest nuclear facility.

byIryna Voichuk

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Russia blocks IAEA access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

The IAEA Director General says Russia has not allowed its experts to enter the reactor halls of three units at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which was occupied by Russian troops in March 2022.

bySerge Havrylets