Fukushima Water Release Set for Late August, Reports Say

Japan plans to begin releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean as early as late August, following approval from the country's nuclear regulator. The release is expected to occur after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida meets with U.S. President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to assure them of the safety measures. The specific date for the discharge has not been decided yet. The water release is deemed safe by Japan and the International Atomic Energy Agency, but neighboring countries have concerns about potential food contamination. The government aims to start the discharge before the fishing season begins in September.