Shelling Threatens Safety at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Facility

The International Atomic Energy Agency reported shelling near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Artillery shells struck 400 meters from the diesel storage area, with no casualties or equipment damage reported. The incident highlights persistent threats to nuclear safety, as emphasized by IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported that shelling was heard near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, causing alarm about the safety of the facility.

According to the IAEA, artillery shells landed approximately 400 meters from the off-site diesel fuel storage facility, raising concerns about potential risks.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi noted that while there were no casualties or equipment damage, the incident underscores ongoing challenges to ensuring nuclear safety and security in the region.