IAEA Inspection at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant
IAEA Inspection at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant In a critical update from Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) experts were finally granted access to the rooftop of the second unit. The inspection revealed no signs of mines or explosives. However, the IAEA continues to push for access to all six reactor buildings and turbine halls. Kiev, Ukraine - In a situation marred by conflict, the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, under Russian military control since early March 2022, saw a breakthrough in the IAEA's efforts for inspection. The IAEA Director General, Rafael Mariano Grossi, noted, "After repeated requests in recent months, we were at last able to go to one more reactor rooftop. While this is a step in the right direction, we still need more access to assess adherence to the five principles, which were presented and gained support at the United Nations Security Council. We will continue to insist until this is granted." Previous...