"The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has warned that Europe's largest nuclear power plant remains in a "highly precarious" position following Russia's "largest attack" of the war on 8 November."
"Immediately after the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant lost all off-site power on Sept. 23, we began working closely with both the Russian Federation and Ukraine to enable the repairs of both power lines, which are indispensable for being able to maintain nuclear safety and security at the site during this devastating war."
"As the damaged sections of the power lines were located in an active combat zone, this required complex negotiations with both sides to establish carefully coordinated temporary truce arrangements so that their technicians could work without risking their own lives."
"The second power line has no major influence on nuclear safety, as the plant is still occupied and the Ukrainian side has no access to restore normal operations and services."
Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant remains under severe risk after a major attack on 8 November, with Russian forces occupying the site. The IAEA sought a temporary ceasefire to allow technicians to repair damaged off‑site power lines after the plant lost all off‑site power on Sept. 23. IAEA director general Rafael Grossi negotiated with both the Russian Federation and Ukraine to restore power lines and regain backup power for the first time in six months. Despite restored connection, experts warn that occupation prevents Ukrainian personnel from fully restoring normal operations and the active combat environment continues to endanger nuclear safety.
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