IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi stated that the Zaporizhzhia NPP needs a special status and a cooperation agreement between Russia and Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. This comes amid increased efforts by the administration of US President Donald Trump to end the war.
Ukrenergo specialists have restored the operation of the high-voltage line that supplies power to the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP. Since November 14, the ZNPP has been powered by a single line, which is a violation of international nuclear safety requirements.
On November 14, at 4:18 PM, the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant lost power from one of its two external power transmission lines – the 750 kV ZNPP – Dniprovska line. Currently, the plant receives electricity for its own needs from only one line, which creates the threat of another blackout.
Tomorrow, October 17, a decision may be made to temporarily cease hostilities near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to repair damaged power lines. Restoring stable power supply is critically important for cooling reactors and the safety of nuclear material.
Russian troops again attacked energy infrastructure in Kharkiv, Chernihiv, and Sumy regions. In Chernihiv region, hourly power outage schedules are in effect, and energy workers are working to restore electricity supply.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi is negotiating with Russia and Ukraine on restoring external power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The plant has been operating on emergency backup power for ten days, and Ukraine is ready to carry out repairs if specialists' safety is ensured.
Zaporizhzhia NPP has been operating without external power for nine days due to line damage, safety systems are supported by diesel generators. Oleh Korikov stated that the situation is critical and could escalate into a catastrophe if power supply is not restored.
The 69th IAEA General Conference adopted a resolution calling on Russia for the immediate de-occupation and demilitarization of the Zaporizhzhia NPP. The document was supported by 62 member states, demanding the return of the ZNPP under full control of Ukraine.
Svitlana Hrynchuk stated that launching the Zaporizhzhia NPP after de-occupation will take years due to uncertainty regarding the damage caused by the occupiers. The IAEA will assess the situation, and problems with water supply and smoke are already being recorded at the station.
Ukraine is negotiating with Azerbaijan regarding gas injection. This may happen before the heating season if the contract is concluded on time.
Energy Minister Svitlana Hrynchuk stated that the Russians do not have the technological capabilities to launch the Zaporizhzhia NPP. Their presence at the station creates a danger for the whole world due to their disregard for international safety rules.
At the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP, water supply problems for cooling six reactors have sharply increased. The IAEA warns that the situation could escalate into a crisis dangerous for Europe.
Smoke was recorded in the area of the cargo port of Zaporizhzhia NPP. The incident highlights the threats of the occupation of Europe's largest nuclear facility.
A potential end to the war in Ukraine could solidify the Kremlin's control over part of the occupied territories. This sets the stage for a potential meeting between Trump and Putin, while Ukraine's European allies express concern.
The IAEA mission for the first time assessed the substations powering Ukraine's NPPs, finding that attacks on the power grid threaten nuclear safety. Experts confirmed high risks due to continuous Russian attacks.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine calls on international partners to increase pressure on Russia for the demilitarization and de-occupation of the ZNPP. This comes after the IAEA team recorded artillery shelling near the plant, which is a violation of international law and creates a risk of nuclear catastrophe.
The Minister of Energy of Ukraine met with the US Chargé d'Affaires. The protection of energy facilities, the use of aid, and preparation for the heating season were discussed.
The Ministry of Energy and SNRIU refute information about an increase in the radiation background in the Zaporizhzhia region, confirming that the indicators are normal. The IAEA also did not record any emergency events at the ZNPP, and the Center for Countering Disinformation explains the inaccuracy of the circulated videos.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine assured that there is no threat to the population of the Zaporizhzhia region, although the monitoring of the situation continues. Air measurements showed 0.14 µSv/h, which is normal, despite the recorded increase in radiation levels in Zaporizhzhia during gusts of wind from the occupied territories.
A delegation from France and Ukraine visited the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, inspecting the New Safe Confinement and a facility damaged by a UAV attack. The parties discussed cooperation in nuclear safety and radioactive waste management.
A forest fire was burning near temporarily occupied Enerhodar, posing a threat to the Zaporizhzhia NPP. The occupiers were unable to quickly extinguish the blaze due to a shortage of personnel.
The smoke in the area of the Zaporizhzhia NPP is caused by a forest fire at a safe distance. The power lines connecting the ZNPP to Ukraine's energy system are operating stably, providing reliable external power to the plant.
Smoke was recorded near the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP. The occupiers reported a massive power outage in Enerhodar and other districts of Zaporizhzhia Oblast, later stating that the emergency situation had been resolved.
Ukrainian energy workers have restored a damaged power transmission line connecting the Zaporizhzhia NPP to Ukraine's energy system. The station is once again receiving electricity, but remains on a single power source.
Russia attacked the power transmission line connecting the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP with Ukraine's energy system. The nuclear facility was once again left without power, which is necessary for stable operation and radiation safety.
The water level in the cooling pond of the Zaporizhzhia NPP has fallen below 14 meters after the Kakhovka reservoir explosion. The normative indicator is over 16 meters, which creates risks for nuclear safety.
The station has been turned into a military base from which Russians attack Ukrainian cities, while experts see informational manipulations in statements about the possible launch of reactors and warn about the danger of such actions.
Ukraine and the IAEA agreed that until nuclear safety standards are met, the launch of the Zaporizhzhia NPP is impossible. Halushchenko and Grossi discussed the development of nuclear energy.
India maintained a dialogue with Kyiv and Moscow after the start of the full-scale invasion, acting as an unpublicized channel of communication. New Delhi, in particular, transmitted information from Ukraine regarding security at the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi. The main attention was paid to the situation at the ZNPP and the safety of the Chernobyl NPP, and cooperation projects were also discussed.
