Ukraine bets on nuclear to rebuild grid and supply Europe
Government plans massive reactor expansion while Russian missiles target the grid.
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British expert warns Russia could blow up six reactors at Europe’s largest nuclear plant if war turns against Kremlin
Six reactors, enough to power Finland for a year, could be weaponized into a radioactive bomb.
Russia’s € 75,000 drone punched 15-meter hole in Chornobyl’s € 1.5 billion sarcophagus
With the damage still under assessment, the international community faces a critical decision on how to fund the extensive repairs needed to prevent further environmental risks.
After failed mineral deal, Trump proposes US takeover of Ukrainian nuclear plants
The US now pressures Kyiv to hand over control of nuclear power plants, disguising the takeover attempt as protection from Russian attacks.
Ukrainian lawmakers approve Russian nuclear reactor purchase from Bulgaria
Ukraine's parliament has authorized the purchase of Russian-made nuclear reactors worth potentially $620 million from Bulgaria.
IAEA: Nuclear safety at risk as Ukraine nuclear plants cut output after Russian attack
Three NPPs reduced electricity generation after Russia's Nov. 28 infrastructure attacks, IAEA reported, notably without naming Russia.
Russian strikes on Ukrainian nuclear power plants could cause nuclear disaster
Attacks on power substations threaten to disrupt cooling systems at Ukraine's nuclear facilities, risking a large-scale radiological event.
Slovak president calls for increased border radiation monitoring
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has announced plans to increase radiation monitoring at the Ukrainian border following warnings from President Zelenskyy about potential Russian attacks on nuclear facilities.
Politico: Biden deliberates on Ukraine’s missile use in Russia as nuclear plants face rising threats
Washington is not yet ready to fully allow Ukraine to target Russia’s airfields with long-range US missiles, though it may lift restrictions on the UK’s Storm Shadow missiles, which use US technology, per Politico.
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.
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.
Russian forces build defensive line near power plant in Kursk Oblast – Frontelligence Insight
Trenches and fortifications are being constructed by Russian troops approximately 10 kilometers south of the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, new reports indicate.
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.
Radiation monitoring station destroyed near Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, IAEA says
IAEA reports destruction of radiation monitoring station near occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP, reducing off-site detection capabilities. Ongoing challenges include distant explosions, cooling water issues, and staff changes.
Zelenskyy tells EU Russia has almost entirely destroyed Ukraine’s thermal power capacity, asks for air defense help
President Zelenskyy warned EU leaders that Russia could target nuclear facilities after nearly destroying Ukraine's thermal power generation, calling for urgent Western support with air defenses.
UN Security Council: Russia responsible for Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant incidents
Ukraine's UN rep. Kyslytsia states recent events on 7 & 9 April at ZNPP were a "well-planned Russian false flag operation" aimed at distracting from the root cause - Russia's invasion.
The Guardian: Greenpeace warns ‘unprecedented escalation’ if Russia restarts Zaporizhzhia Plant
Shaun Burnie, a nuclear specialist with Greenpeace Germany, stated unequivocally that "no nuclear regulations exist anywhere in the world that permit a nuclear plant to operate on the frontline in an active war zone."
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.
Russia pushes passports on occupied Ukrainian nuclear plant
Russia is mounting pressure on Ukrainian nuclear power plant workers who are working at the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to force them to obtain Russian passports by the end of the year.
Russian drones attack Ukraine’s nuclear plant, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine's air defense shot down all Russian kamikaze drones close to the Khmelnytskyy nuclear power plant last night.