Zaporizhzhya NPP lost connection to the 330 kV backup power line for the second time in a month. The plant remained on the only external 750 kV power supply needed to cool the reactors.
IAEA inspectors continued their monitoring mission at a critical substation for the operation of Ukrainian NPPs. The mission will be conducted at all key nuclear power substations according to the agreed schedule.
A conference on nuclear safety was held in Paris as part of the Peace Formula. Participants called on Russia to stop attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure because of the risks to nuclear power plant safety.
The head of the OP took part in a conference on nuclear safety. Yermak emphasized the need for demilitarization, de-occupation and de-escalation by Russia with regard to Ukraine's nuclear facilities.
Herman Halushchenko met with Fatih Birol in Paris. They discussed challenges to nuclear safety due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and ways to help the Ukrainian energy sector.
At the EU-Gulf Summit, the EU and Gulf States expressed support for Ukraine's sovereignty within its internationally recognized borders. Participants condemned Russian attacks and called for humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation reports that Russia has amassed missiles at strategic aviation airfields. Preparations for new strikes against Ukraine are not ruled out.
12 EU countries have called on the European Commission to support the creation of energy associations to reduce energy prices. They presented a joint document at a meeting of EU energy ministers, emphasizing the importance of cross-border cooperation.
The European Commissioner for Energy has announced the allocation of 3 million euros for IAEA monitoring missions at Ukrainian nuclear power plants. The funds can also be used for work at critical substations, as Russian attacks pose threats to nuclear safety.
The Committee on Energy addressed the IAEA regarding the threat to nuclear safety posed by the attacks of the Russian Federation. They ask to consider the possibility of permanent presence of IAEA experts at key Ukrainian facilities.
Zaporizhzhia NPP has restored connection to the 150 kV backup power line. However, the IAEA notes that the supply of electricity for reactor cooling and other important functions remains unstable.
The participants of the summit in Croatia reaffirmed their support for the Ukrainian peace formula and called for increased assistance to Ukraine. The declaration condemns Russian aggression and reaffirms Ukraine's territorial integrity.
Two Russian UAVs were spotted near the South Ukrainian NPP at a distance of less than 10 km from nuclear facilities. “Energoatom warns of an increase in the number of such incidents and possible preparations by Russia for strikes on nuclear infrastructure.
The deputy ministers of Ukraine and France discussed priorities for assistance to the Ukrainian energy sector. These include equipment for repairs, gas turbines, generators, and projects to develop energy storage systems.
As a result of the Russian attack, the power line of the occupied Zaporizhia NPP was de-energized. The Ministry of energy demands to return the station under the control of Ukraine for safe operation.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi will arrive in Belarus today for meetings in Minsk and a visit to Astravets NPP. Experts will assess the situation at the NPP and the implementation of the 2021 safety recommendations.
The President of Ukraine prepares to present the Victory Plan in the United States. Russia intensifies nuclear threats and attacks on Ukrainian cities, and Western allies call for Ukraine to be allowed to strike at Russian territory.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi in the United States. They discussed threats to nuclear safety from Russia and ways to prevent incidents at Ukrainian nuclear power plants.
UN Secretary-General Guterres said that 15 million Ukrainians are in need of humanitarian assistance, most of them women and children. He called on donors to support the UN humanitarian response plan for 2024.
Ukraine is actively cooperating with the IAEA to expand the monitoring mission to key substations after the Russian attacks. The Deputy Minister of Energy reported on the first results and thanked the IAEA for the decision to expand the mission.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said that the situation around the Kursk NPP is serious, but the agency is not planning a permanent mission there. The situation at Zaporizhzhya NPP remains tense.
“Energoatom reported that a Russian attack drone flew near the Khmelnytsky NPP on the night of September 22. This is not the first time that Russia has threatened the security of Ukrainian nuclear facilities.
Ukraine has provided the IAEA with information about possible Russian attacks on nuclear energy facilities. According to intelligence reports, Russia is preparing attacks on Ukraine's critical nuclear facilities before winter, which could lead to a global incident.
Ukraine has called on the IAEA to speed up the deployment of monitoring missions to critical nuclear power plants. This is due to the threat of Russian attacks on nuclear facilities on the eve of winter, which could lead to radiation hazards.
Minister Sibiga said that Russia plans to attack Ukraine's critical nuclear energy facilities before winter. This creates a risk of a global nuclear incident, which has been reported to the IAEA and partners.
The President of Ukraine thanked the IAEA for the resolution confirming the need to restore control over the ZNPP. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of collective action to stop Russia's nuclear blackmail.
The IAEA General Conference approves a resolution on nuclear safety in Ukraine. The document demands that Russia withdraw its military from ZNPP and return the plant to Ukrainian control.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi confirmed his readiness to support the project to complete KhNPP Units 3 and 4. The parties discussed specific parameters for the participation of IAEA experts in the project implementation.
Ukraine's Energy Minister discussed with the IAEA chief the expansion of monitoring of substations critical to nuclear power plants. Galushchenko emphasized the importance of the presence of IAEA inspectors to ensure nuclear safety.
Russia is conducting an information campaign about Kursk for domestic and foreign audiences. The goal is to discredit Ukraine, spread fakes about “voluntary” surrender, and reduce reports of Ukrainian military success.
