Russian nuclear head: situation at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reaching 'point of no return'
The head of Russia's state nuclear corporation has warned that the situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is reaching a critical point due to ongoing Ukrainian attacks. The plant, which is the largest in Europe, has been under Russian control since early in the invasion of Ukraine. Despite the attacks, the plant's management reported no injuries or damage, but emphasized the need for de-escalation to ensure safety.
- ▪The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is currently held by Russian forces and has been since early 2022.
- ▪Russian officials claim that Ukrainian attacks on the facility are increasing, raising concerns about nuclear safety.
- ▪The plant contains approximately 2,600 metric tons of nuclear fuel and must continue operations to cool this fuel.
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Russian nuclear head: situation at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reaching 'point of no return'Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 19, 2026, 04:28 AMUpdated May 19, 2026, 04:28 AMMOSCOW, May 18 - The situation around the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine is reaching the "point of no return" due to increased Ukrainian attacks in the area, the head of Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom was quoted as saying on Monday.The Russia-installed management at the nuclear plant, Europe's largest with six reactors, said Ukrainian forces had attacked the facility for the third day running."We are getting closer and closer to the point of no return, and all of Europe now needs to expend efforts to de-escalate the situation around…
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