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IAEA DG Rafael Reports Deteriorating Safety at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant After Drone Strike

Aug 17, 2024, 06:25 PM

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), led by Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi, has reported a deteriorating nuclear safety situation at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant following a nearby drone strike. The drone strike hit the road around the plant's perimeter, raising concerns about the plant's security. The IAEA has not specified whether the drone was Ukrainian or Russian. This incident highlights ongoing risks in the region amid the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.