The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has been disconnected from external power, forcing the use of backup diesel generators, a situation an expert described as "close to emergency mode." While reactors are currently stopped and cooled, continuous power is vital for safety systems, especially cooling.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Russian-occupied Ukraine lost its external power supply for the 19th time since the war began, forcing it to rely on emergency diesel generators. The IAEA reported no radiation leaks, but highlighted the plant's vulnerability amidst ongoing conflict. Separately, Ukraine's police chief accused Russia of recruiting young Ukrainian women for assassinations.
A strike on Wednesday evening cut power to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, forcing it onto backup generators. The IAEA reported no radiation leak but warned of constant dangers. Ukraine also struck a Russian oil refinery in Krasnodar, injuring three.
Russia's Rosatom stated that a Ukrainian drone attack on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant's turbine hall on Saturday was the first deliberate targeting of main equipment, causing damage and posing a direct threat. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi is reportedly aware of the ongoing attacks.
Russia's Dmitry Polyanskiy warned that new attacks on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant could lead to a disaster far worse than Chernobyl, potentially affecting millions. He criticized Western countries for their perceived inaction and stated they would share blame for any future catastrophe.
IAEA Deputy Director General Mikhail Chudakov stated that the agency must document and report Ukrainian strikes on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to the world. He emphasized that attacking nuclear facilities is unacceptable, noting that the plant lost external power for about 20 minutes on June 3rd.
Russia's roving ambassador, Rodion Miroshnik, holds the EU responsible for Ukrainian attacks on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, citing drone assistance. Miroshnik calls Kyiv's actions 'nuclear terrorism' and claims European funding and components are key to Ukraine's drone program.
Russia's UN envoy accused the EU of ignoring "crimes by the Zelensky regime." This follows a Ukrainian drone attack on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which Russia stated was deliberate, though no major damage or radiation leaks were reported.
Russia's Foreign Ministry blames Ukraine's "Western hosts" for strikes on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, warning of dire consequences and urging the IAEA to assess Kyiv's actions.
News snippets cover Zelensky facing pressure over corruption probes, Putin discussing traditional family values and military targets, Russia's complaint against Baltic states, and shelling at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
The IAEA reported a drone attack on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, causing a hole in the wall of a turbine building. Russia claims it was a drone attack, while Ukraine denies involvement, calling it Russian propaganda. The IAEA team on-site has requested access.
Russia's Alexey Likhachev warned of a potential catastrophic radiation leak at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant due to heavy shelling, citing a Ukrainian drone attack on Unit 6. He noted the plant's fissile material exceeds Chernobyl's and warned Ukraine and neighboring Western countries would be most affected.
Rosatom CEO Aleksey Likhachev stated that the attack on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was not accidental but a deliberate act. He warned that any explosion or fire could lead to a nuclear incident.
IAEA experts confirmed drone strike damage at Europe's largest nuclear plant, Zaporizhzhia. Moscow blames Kyiv, which denies responsibility. The plant is under Russian control but not producing power.
The IAEA requests access to the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine after a reported drone strike, with Russia blaming Ukraine for the 'deliberate' attack, which Kyiv denies.
Russia's envoy to Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, accused Ukrainian forces of 'real terror' against residents and workers at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, stating that Kyiv acts with impunity. The situation around the plant was discussed with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.
Russian official claims Ukrainian forces attacked Energodar, targeting a school, administration building, and cell towers, causing damage to civilian cars. Kyiv's forces are also accused of targeting infrastructure near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, raising nuclear disaster concerns.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev claims Ukraine is deliberately spreading panic in Energodar, disrupting peaceful life and intimidating plant workers. He argues these tactics, including drone attacks on the facility, directly threaten the nuclear safety of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
