Ukrainian Drone Allegedly Targets Road Near Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant

A Ukrainian drone allegedly dropped an explosive charge near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, currently controlled by Russia. This incident has heightened concerns over the plant's safety amid ongoing military conflicts. Russia seeks to engage the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to prevent further attacks.

A Ukrainian drone reportedly dropped an explosive charge on a road near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, currently under Russian control, posing risks to plant personnel, according to the TASS news agency.

The plant, Europe's largest, has been a contentious point since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Both nations have accused one another of attempting to sabotage the facility's safety. This attack coincides with Ukraine's recent military advances in Russia's Kursk region, where they claim to have taken over 82 settlements.

Russian news outlet RIA cited Roman Ustinov, Russia's acting representative in Vienna, who emphasized Moscow's intention to address the incident with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Ustinov added that Russia wants the IAEA to caution Ukraine against similar future threats.

The plant's six inactive reactors depend on external power sources to maintain nuclear safety. The risk of a catastrophic event heightens due to the plant's proximity to the front lines.

(With inputs from agencies.)