Tensions Rise Around Russia's Kursk Nuclear Plant Amid Conflict

The International Atomic Energy Agency is closely monitoring the situation unfolding at Russia's Kursk nuclear plant. This comes as Russian forces engage in a three-day battle with Ukrainian troops who breached the Russian border in the Kursk region, prompting Moscow to call in reserves.

The International Atomic Energy Agency is aware of developments around Russia's Kursk nuclear plant and is monitoring the situation, Russian state news agency RIA reported on Thursday.

According to RIA, Russian forces have been engaged in intense combat with Ukrainian troops for three consecutive days after Ukrainian forces broke through the Russian border in the Kursk region. The incursion is considered an audacious challenge to the world's largest nuclear power, Russia.

The ongoing conflict has compelled Moscow to mobilize its reserves in an attempt to stabilize the situation and prevent further escalation.

(With inputs from agencies.)