IAEA's Rafael Grossi to Assess Kursk Nuclear Power Plant Amid Rising Tensions

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi will visit the Kursk nuclear power plant next week to assess the situation following the discovery of drone remains at the site. Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of attempting an overnight attack on the plant. Kursk Governor Alexei Smirnov reported the plant's status as stable.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi is set to evaluate the current status of the Kursk nuclear power plant next week. His visit comes after the International Atomic Energy Agency received reports from the Russian Federation about the discovery of drone remains within the facility.

On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of attempting a strike on the Kursk nuclear power plant in an overnight operation. This statement has heightened concerns about the security and stability of the nuclear facility.

Despite these allegations, Acting Kursk Governor Alexei Smirnov assured President Putin that the situation at the Kursk plant remains stable, providing some reassurance amidst rising tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)