The IAEA is monitoring the situation related to military activities reportedly taking place in the vicinity of the Kursk nuclear power plant, UNN reports citing a statement from the organization.
The IAEA notes that the Kursk NPP has six power units of two types of reactors: RBMK-1000 and VVER-510. Two RBMK-1000s are shut down and two are fully operational. Two VVER-510 units are under construction.
Через режим НС у курській області: будмайданчику Курської АЕС-2 скоротили персонал09.08.24, 19:15
"In view of the reported significant military activity, I would like to remind all parties of the seven indispensable pillars for ensuring nuclear safety and security during armed conflict. In addition, I emphasize five specific principles that will help ensure nuclear safety and security that were established for the Zaporizhzhya NPP in the context of the current conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine and that are equally applicable in this situation. This includes, among other things, the need to ensure the physical integrity of the nuclear power plant. This applies regardless of where the nuclear power plant is located," IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said in a statement on the events in Russia.
МАГАТЕ стежить за ситуацією навколо російської курської АЕС - Reuters08.08.24, 22:49
He also called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid a nuclear accident with potentially serious radiological consequences.
"I am personally in contact with the relevant authorities of both countries and will continue to be engaged on this issue. I will continue to keep the international community informed as necessary," Mr. Grossi concluded.
У рф повідомили про вибухи у курчатові, де розташована курська АЕС: що відомо09.08.24, 17:00