The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which is the nuclear watchdog of the United Nations (UN), warned on Saturday (Aug 17) that the safety situation at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was “deteriorating” after a nearby drone strike.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which is the nuclear watchdog of the United Nations (UN), warned on Saturday (Aug 17) that the safety situation at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was “deteriorating” after a nearby drone strike. The plant, which was seized by Russia’s forces early in the war, has come under repeated attacks that both sides have accused each other of carrying out. Also read | Ukraine war: What is Kyiv's daring 'White Triangle' invasion? Earlier on Saturday, Russia accused Ukraine of dropping an explosive charge on a road near the occupied plant in southern Ukraine, a report by the news agency AFP said. IAEA calls for maximum restraint from all sides IAEA experts on the site were informed of the detonation near essential plant facilities on Saturday and immediately visited the area, the agency said in a statement. Experts reported that the damage seemed to have been caused by a drone equipped with an explosive payload, affecting the road between the plant's two main gates. “Yet again we see an escalation of the nuclear safety and security dangers facing the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant,” the IAEA head, Rafael Grossi, said in the statement. “I remain extremely concerned and reiterate my call for maximum restraint from all sides,” he added. The UN watchdog also pointed out that the nuclear safety situation at the plant was deteriorating. Intense military activity reported near the plant The IAEA team on site also reported intense military activity over the past week in the area, including very close to the Zaporizhzhia plant. “The team has heard frequent explosions, repetitive heavy machine-gun and rifle fire and artillery at various distances from the plant,” it said. Since the Ukraine war began in late February 2022, the IAEA has repeatedly urged restraint, saying it fears reckless military action could trigger a serious nuclear accident at the plant. Last weekend, Kyiv and Moscow traded blame after a fire broke out at a cooling tower at the plant. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine war: Safety at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is deteriorating, UN agency warns

In her first speech as the UK’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, pledged to handle the energy issues brought on by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In other news, as per reports, documents found by the FBI at the Florida home of former US president Donald Trump reveal military defences and nuclear capabilities of a foreign nation. Finally, the UN secretary-general demanded a demilitarised zone be established around the Zaporizhzhia power plant.

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In her first speech as the UK’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, pledged to handle the energy issues brought on by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In other news, as per reports, documents found by the FBI at the Florida home of former US president Donald Trump reveal military defences and nuclear capabilities of a foreign nation.

In her first speech as the UK’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, pledged to handle the energy issues brought on by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In other news, as per reports, documents found by the FBI at the Florida home of former US president Donald Trump reveal military defences and nuclear capabilities of a foreign nation. Finally, the UN secretary-general demanded a demilitarised zone be established around the Zaporizhzhia power plant. Click on the headlines to read more: New UK PM Liz Truss promises to fix the energy crisis and rebuild the economy Truss is expected to announce plans to freeze energy bills at about £2,500 a year until 2024 on Thursday. FBI's Mar-a-Lago raid revealed intel on a foreign government's nuclear readiness: Report The report, however, did not name the country the document detailed. Trump's Mar-a-Lago home also serves as a private club, and it is unclear where in the residence was the highly sensitive material found. UN secretary general calls for demilitarisation zone around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant A number of world leaders have already expressed their concern regarding the possible radiation leak that can happen due to the constant shelling from both sides and on Tuesday, UN secretary general, Antonio Guterres, joined the list. Watch | New UK PM Liz Truss unveils her top team; first cabinet without white man in top jobs Watch | European Commissions proposes new visa rules for Russians

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Ukraine war: Safety at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is deteriorating, UN agency warns

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