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Ukraine
Ukraine and IAEA Prepare Memorandum on Energy Infrastructure Recovery
The memorandum aims to support the recovery of infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks.
April 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kharkiv Neutron Source Facility Loses External Power After Russian Strike, IAEA Says
A nuclear research facility in Kharkiv temporarily lost external power following a Russian strike on a nearby substation, the UN nuclear watchdog said.
March 20, 2026
US
US Opposes UN Nuclear Watchdog Resolution on Ukraine Power Grid Strikes
Those who voted against against were China, Russia, Niger and “for the first time” the United States, the diplomat added.
March 5, 2026
Iran
Iran Says Natanz Nuclear Site Hit in US-Israeli Strikes as IAEA Reports No Wider Damage
Tehran says the Natanz enrichment site was struck in US-Israeli attacks, while the IAEA reports no signs of damage to other Iranian nuclear facilities.
March 2, 2026
Chornobyl
IAEA Calls for Repair Work on Chornobyl Sarcophagus
The agency said further temporary repairs to re-establish the confinement function would take place in 2026, “paving the way for full restoration once the conflict ends” between Ukraine and Russia.
Dec. 8, 2025
Energy
UN Nuclear Watchdog Launches Expert Mission to Ukraine As Russia Ramps Up Attacks on Energy Infrastructure
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) mission is in Ukraine to “assess the status of electrical substations critical for nuclear safety and security,” including at the Chornobyl site.
Dec. 5, 2025
Zaporizhzhia-NPP
IAEA Says Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant to Be Repaired ‘Soon’
“I continue to consult with Russia and Ukraine so that these works can begin in the coming days,” the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said in a statement.
Oct. 16, 2025
Zaporizhzhia-NPP
UN Nuclear Watchdog Pushes Local Ceasefire to Reconnect Zaporizhzhia Plant Power, Reports Say
A European diplomat told the AP that while Kyiv provided the requisite guarantees of safe passage for repair crews, Moscow failed to do so in time for the operation to begin on schedule.
Oct. 14, 2025
Ukraine
‘Political Will’ Barrier Threatens Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Safety, Says IAEA Chief
The UN watchdog chief confirms detailed proposals have been made to both sides for repairs but says political will is the only thing standing in the way of technicians
Oct. 4, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Air Defenses Should Save Lives, Not Gather Dust in Warehouses’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 11
An IAEA convoy was hit amid strikes in Zaporizhzhia; Russian forces reportedly took advantage of unfinished fortifications; and new developments in the UA weapons industry meant to ‘terrify’ invaders.
Dec. 11, 2024
Ukraine
‘Risk of Catastrophic Failure’: Watchdog Wants Monitors at Ukrainian NPPs Immediately
The call for monitoring comes after Russia launched more massive attacks against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure over the last week.
Nov. 20, 2024
Energy
Kyiv Warns of Imminent Russian Strikes on Nuclear Sites, Calls for Global Action
According to Ukrainian intelligence, critical infrastructure, including open switchgear and transmission substations at all nuclear plants are at risk.
Sept. 24, 2024
Ukraine
Sybiha: Kyiv Warns IAEA Russia Is Preparing Strikes on Critical Nuclear Facilities in Ukraine
According to Ukrainian intelligence, the Kremlin is preparing strikes on critical nuclear energy facilities in Ukraine on the eve of winter.
Sept. 21, 2024
War in Ukraine
Several Nuclear Power Units in Ukraine Disconnected During Massive Russian Attack on Monday
On Aug. 26, the largest attack of the war targeted Ukrainian energy infrastructure, causing major power disruptions. Officials warn these strikes endanger nuclear facility safety.
Aug. 30, 2024
Ukraine
UN Nuclear Chief to Visit Kursk Plant Amid Ukraine's Cross-Border Offensive
Last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of attempting to strike the Kursk nuclear plant, which lies less than 50 kilometres (30 miles) from the active frontlines.
Aug. 27, 2024
War in Ukraine
Safety at Ukraine Nuclear Plant Deteriorates After Nearby Blast: IAEA
Russian occupying management of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant claimed a Ukraine drone dropped an explosive charge on a road used by staff, according to Kremlin news agency TASS.
Aug. 18, 2024