"Drone Attack Damages Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, Raises Nuclear Accident Concerns"

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine was damaged in a drone attack, with the International Atomic Energy Agency calling it a serious incident that has the potential to undermine the integrity of the reactor's containment system. The Russian-controlled facility sustained three direct hits against the main reactor containment, resulting in one fatality. Russian authorities accused the Ukrainian military of carrying out the attacks, while Ukraine denied any involvement. The IAEA emphasized that the damage has not compromised nuclear safety and urged military decision makers to abstain from actions violating the basic principles protecting nuclear facilities.