Iran promises to rebuild bombed nuclear sites “with greater strength” after US strikes
Iran remains a cornerstone of the so-called “Axis of Upheaval,” an anti-Western alliance of authoritarian powers opposing US global influence.
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Ukraine bets on nuclear to rebuild grid and supply Europe
Government plans massive reactor expansion while Russian missiles target the grid.
Russia signals openness to US involvement at occupied Ukrainian nuclear plant
This potential shift comes days after Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had categorically dismissed any transfer of control over Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant proposed in US peace deal.
ISW: Russia signs strategic partnership with Iran amid military constraints
Russia and Iran signed a comprehensive partnership agreement that notably excludes mutual defense commitments, signaling Moscow's limited military capacity beyond Ukraine.
Ukraine moves to shield Rivne nuclear plant from potential Russian attacks
Energoatom has contracted a $12 million project to build protective structures at the Rivne Nuclear Power Plant against potential Russian drone and missile attacks.
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.
Ukraine’s energy minister defends Russian reactor purchase from Bulgaria amid criticism
Ukraine's government faces opposition to a $600 million plan to purchase Russian-made nuclear reactors from Bulgaria. Critics argue the deal could fuel corruption and question whether the aging equipment will effectively address Ukraine's energy crisis, Politico says.
Ukraine and Slovakia strengthen cooperation in energy sector, including nuclear
Ukraine and Slovakia agreed to step up cooperation in the nuclear industry, diversification of oil and natural gas transportation, and synchronization of market conditions and products to increase liquidity in the gas and electricity markets.
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.
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.
UK invests in high-tech nuclear fuel to push Russia out of market
UK makes landmark $381 million investment to launch first European high-assay low-enriched uranium program, producing specialist nuclear fuel domestically and ending Russia's commercial monopoly, per British gov't.
Russia’s Rosatom’s income increased by 17% last year as Ukraine insists on sanctions
"Last year, Rosatom's income grew by 17%. On every dollar that goes to the Russian budget, the blood…
The IAEA expands mission in Ukraine to prevent nuclear accident
European Pravda reports, referring to the Director General of the IAEA Rafael Mariano Grossi's statement, that the International…
IAEA denied Russian statements about undeclared nuclear activities in Ukraine
After the fake statements of the Russian Federation about "dirty bombs" in Ukraine, International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors…
Russia’s lack of political will is the problem for Donbas resolution – French Ambassador to Ukraine
On the quality of life in Kyiv Mr. Etienne de Poncins came to Kyiv as an Ambassador in…