The Russian president has implemented his plan in motion. Referendums are being held in Moscow held regions of Ukraine. The referendums in Eastern Donetsk and Luhansk regions as well as in the Southern Kershaw and Zaporizhzhia regions are to decide whether these regions will become part of Russia.

Lavrov: Russophobia sparked push for referendums, West and Kyiv call the polls illegal

Threats of a radiation emergency have re-emerged as the unending war in Ukraine continues to unnerve the world. In a latest update, Ukraine said its second largest nuclear power plant was hit by Russian missiles.

Russian missiles hit Ukraine's second largest Nuclear power plant

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been reconnected to the national grid. The UN nuclear watchdog confirmed this after shelling had previously damaged power lines as per the IAEA. One of the four main power lines have been repaired and the six reactors are currently in a state of cold shutdown.

Ukraine: Six reactors in state of cold shutdown, EU calls for war crimes tribunal

On Saturday, the Russian defence ministry claimed that its forces had carried out attacks on Ukrainian locations across the country and accused Kyiv of bombarding the area around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power facility.&nbsp;

The ministry&nbsp;said Russian soldiers carried out attacks in the Kherson, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions. It also stated that Ukrainian forces had launched an abortive offensive close to Pravdyne in Kherson.&nbsp;

Radiation levels at Zaporizhzhia, Europe's largest nuclear power station, are still within normal limits. According to the report, two instances of Ukrainian shelling were seen close to the plant on Saturday.&nbsp;

A representative for the Ukrainian foreign ministry denied that their troops had shelled the area around the facility.

Both Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of launching missiles at the Zaporizhzhia factory. The International Atomic Energy Agency of the United Nations issued a resolution on Thursday calling for Russia to vacate the site.&nbsp;

The mayor of the pro-Russian separatist-controlled city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, Alexey Kulemzin, announced on Telegram that four persons had been killed by shelling in the city's centre. Kulemzin noted that shell fragments from French-made Caesar howitzers had been discovered.

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Local authorities in the Russian Belgorod region told the TASS news agency that one person had been killed by Ukrainian bombardment.&nbsp;

Reports from the battlefield could not be immediately confirmed by Reuters.&nbsp;

In the northeastern Kharkiv region, Ukrainian soldiers have just reclaimed terrain that had been occupied by Russian forces. Russia has concentrated its forces in the provinces of Luhansk and Donetsk for months in order to enlarge the area held by Moscow-backed separatists since 2014.

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On Saturday, the Russian defence ministry claimed that its forces had carried out attacks on Ukrainian locations across the country and accused Kyiv of bombarding the area around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power facility.

On Saturday, the Russian defence ministry claimed that its forces had carried out attacks on Ukrainian locations across the country and accused Kyiv of bombarding the area around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power facility. The ministry said Russian soldiers carried out attacks in the Kherson, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions. It also stated that Ukrainian forces had launched an abortive offensive close to Pravdyne in Kherson. Radiation levels at Zaporizhzhia, Europe's largest nuclear power station, are still within normal limits. According to the report, two instances of Ukrainian shelling were seen close to the plant on Saturday. A representative for the Ukrainian foreign ministry denied that their troops had shelled the area around the facility. Both Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of launching missiles at the Zaporizhzhia factory. The International Atomic Energy Agency of the United Nations issued a resolution on Thursday calling for Russia to vacate the site. The mayor of the pro-Russian separatist-controlled city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, Alexey Kulemzin, announced on Telegram that four persons had been killed by shelling in the city's centre. Kulemzin noted that shell fragments from French-made Caesar howitzers had been discovered. Also Read: PM Modi releases eight cheetahs in Kuno National Park of Madhya Pradesh Local authorities in the Russian Belgorod region told the TASS news agency that one person had been killed by Ukrainian bombardment. Reports from the battlefield could not be immediately confirmed by Reuters. In the northeastern Kharkiv region, Ukrainian soldiers have just reclaimed terrain that had been occupied by Russian forces. Russia has concentrated its forces in the provinces of Luhansk and Donetsk for months in order to enlarge the area held by Moscow-backed separatists since 2014. (with inputs from agencies)

Russia accuses Kyiv of shelling near Ukrainian nuclear power plant

Shelling has caused blackout in the Ukrainian town of Enerhodar and offsite power supply to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has curtailed. IAEA has appealed for shelling to stop near nuclear power plant.

WION Fineprint: Shelling causes Blackout in Ukrainian town of Enerhodar

After repeated accusations over shelling, operations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine have been halted and final unit has been disconnected from the grid. Meanwhile fighting near the plant have raised concerns of nuclear disaster.

Concerns over Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant; last working reactor shut down

After repeated accusations over shelling and threat of a nuclear disaster, operations at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine have been completely stopped. The state agency in charge of the plant said that they had disconnected the sixth and the final unit from the plant.

Energoatam: Final unit disconnected from grid, operations halted as part of safety measures

UN's atomic watchdog the IAEA has now released the much-awaited report about the security situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. This comes nearly a week after IAEA chief and a team of experts made their way to the site for a thorough in-person inspection of the damages at the nuclear facility.

UN's atomic watchdog IAEA releases report on Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has been at the center of a lot of discussion in the past few weeks due to the threat it poses amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. 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.&nbsp;

During a UN security council session, Guterres called for a demilitarised zone around the power plant to ensure no accident can take place. It will mean withdrawal of the Russian troops from the premises of the plant and also an understanding with Ukraine that the resistance forces will not move forward.&nbsp;

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The idea was first proposed by Rafael Mariano Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the UN secretary general showed his full support for the proposal.&nbsp;

“As a second step, an agreement on a demilitarised perimeter should be secured,” he added.&nbsp;

&nbsp;“Specifically, that will include the commitment by Russian forces to withdraw military personnel and equipment from that perimeter and the commitment by Ukrainian forces not to move in.”&nbsp;

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The power plant shut down its last reactor this week with the IAEA report claiming that the infrastructure has been damaged due to the constant shelling. While both sides continue to blame one another, the IAEA observed that any more damage can lead to “massive catastrophes”. &nbsp;

The Russian military took over the plant in early March and although Ukraine has been trying to win it back, the occupying forces were able to defend it despite facing heavy shelling.&nbsp;

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The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has been at the center of a lot of discussion in the past few weeks due to the threat it poses amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has been at the center of a lot of discussion in the past few weeks due to the threat it poses amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. 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. During a UN security council session, Guterres called for a demilitarised zone around the power plant to ensure no accident can take place. It will mean withdrawal of the Russian troops from the premises of the plant and also an understanding with Ukraine that the resistance forces will not move forward. Also read | US decides against designating Russia as state sponsor of terror The idea was first proposed by Rafael Mariano Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the UN secretary general showed his full support for the proposal. “As a second step, an agreement on a demilitarised perimeter should be secured,” he added. “Specifically, that will include the commitment by Russian forces to withdraw military personnel and equipment from that perimeter and the commitment by Ukrainian forces not to move in.” Also read | Liz Truss's Cabinet is UK’s first with no white man in top jobs The power plant shut down its last reactor this week with the IAEA report claiming that the infrastructure has been damaged due to the constant shelling. While both sides continue to blame one another, the IAEA observed that any more damage can lead to “massive catastrophes”. The Russian military took over the plant in early March and although Ukraine has been trying to win it back, the occupying forces were able to defend it despite facing heavy shelling. (With inputs from agencies)

UN secretary general calls for demilitarisation zone around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Europe's largest nuclear plant, Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has been disconnected from his late remaining power line. Zaporizhzhia plant is currently relying on reserve line.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Zaporizhzhia plant cut from main power line to the grid

Zaporizhzhia running on backup line; Fourth operational power line down

Russia claims to foil Ukrainian attempt to seize Zaporizhzhia

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, a team of UN experts visited the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on Thursday (September 1). The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi led a team of inspectors to the Russian-controlled plant.

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, a team of UN experts visited the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on Thursday (September 1). The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi led a team of inspectors to the Russian-controlled plant. Fears of a nuclear incident were raised as the plant has been frequently shelled in recent weeks. ALSO READ | 'Saw what we needed to see': IAEA team at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine Here are key points from IAEA's crucial visit to Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant: 1) The head of IAEA said that he saw what he "needed to see" at the nuclear plant. "I think we were able in these few hours to put together a lot, a lot of information. The key things I needed to see I saw, and your explanations were very clear," Rafael Grossi told Russian media. 2) IAEA team will be "staying" at the Moscow-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Grossi said, "The IAEA is staying here. Let the world know that the IAEA is staying at Zaporizhzhia." 3) After the visit, Grossi said in a video released by the Russian RIA Novosti news agency that "we have achieved something very important today". 4) No details over how many people would be staying and for how long were shared. Previously, Grossi said that the IAEA would seek to establish a "permanent presence" at the atomic plant. 5) After the inspection, Grossi noted the "dedicated work" of the plant's staff and managers who are "carrying on professionally with their work despite very difficult circumstances". ALSO READ | Poland wants Germany to pay WWII reparations of $1.32 trillion About Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant Zaporizhzhia is the largest nuclear power plant in Europe. The plant is located near the Russian-annexed Crimean peninsula. It has six Soviet-designed VVER-1000 V-320 water-cooled and water-moderated reactors containing Uranium 235, which has a half-life of more than 700 million years. It is capable of supplying power to over four million homes. The Russian forces took over the Zaporizhzhia plant soon after the February 24 invasion but the facility is still run by Ukrainian technicians. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Ukraine war: Key takeaways from IAEA's visit to Russia-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

The United Nations nuclear experts have reached the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and have made their very first inspection. The team that has been led by the IAEA chief Rafael Grossi has said that the physical integrity of the plant had been violated several times.

'Situation at plant can't continue,' says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi on Zaporizhzhia inspection

International Atomic Energy Agency's team led by chief Rafael Grossi has visited the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant to assess damages that occurred by consistent shelling. Grossi, the head of the UN nuclear watchdog says the physical integrity of the Russian-occupied nuclear plant in Ukraine had been violated several times.

Ukraine: IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi leads Zaporizhzhia inspection

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) delegation inspected the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine as fears have grown about a potential catastrophe.

International Atomic Energy Agency team inspects Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Friday that the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station has sustained major damages to its “physical integrity” due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Rafael Grossi, the director general of IAEA, led the inspection of the power plant in south Ukraine and concluded that the shelling has caused considerable damage to its structure.&nbsp;

“It is obvious that the plant and physical integrity of the plant has been violated several times,” Grossi told reporters after the visit, according to Reuters.&nbsp;

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“I worried, I worry and I will continue to be worried about the plant. We spent there four or five hours. I have seen a lot, and I have my people there, we were able to tour the whole site,” he added.&nbsp;

While the inspection was more or less over, Grossi told reporters that they will be staying “until Sunday or Monday, continuing with the assessment”. “We are not going anywhere. The IAEA is now there, it is at the plant and it is not moving – it’s going to stay there,” Reuters quoted Grossi as saying.&nbsp;

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The Zaporizhzhia plant is currently in a complex situation as although it is operated by a Ukrainian crew, the control remains with the Russian military who took over the facility in March. That has resulted in constant conflicts between the two sides and it has been detrimental to the plant’s infrastructure.&nbsp;

Earlier, the United Nations asked Russia to withdraw troops from the nuclear plant considering the sensitive nature of the facility. However, the Russian forces did not pay heed to the request.&nbsp;

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Friday that the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station has sustained major damages to its “physical integrity” due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Friday that the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station has sustained major damages to its “physical integrity” due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Rafael Grossi, the director general of IAEA, led the inspection of the power plant in south Ukraine and concluded that the shelling has caused considerable damage to its structure. “It is obvious that the plant and physical integrity of the plant has been violated several times,” Grossi told reporters after the visit, according to Reuters. Also read | Afghanistan: Blast rocks mosque in Herat, casualties feared “I worried, I worry and I will continue to be worried about the plant. We spent there four or five hours. I have seen a lot, and I have my people there, we were able to tour the whole site,” he added. While the inspection was more or less over, Grossi told reporters that they will be staying “until Sunday or Monday, continuing with the assessment”. “We are not going anywhere. The IAEA is now there, it is at the plant and it is not moving – it’s going to stay there,” Reuters quoted Grossi as saying. Also read | Donald Trump and his supporters are 'threat to American democracy': Joe Biden The Zaporizhzhia plant is currently in a complex situation as although it is operated by a Ukrainian crew, the control remains with the Russian military who took over the facility in March. That has resulted in constant conflicts between the two sides and it has been detrimental to the plant’s infrastructure. Earlier, the United Nations asked Russia to withdraw troops from the nuclear plant considering the sensitive nature of the facility. However, the Russian forces did not pay heed to the request.

Physical integrity of Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant ‘violated’ several times, says IAEA chief

IAEA is currently in Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia to visit Europe's largest nuclear plant. The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said it plans to establish a permanent presence at the nuclear plant.

IAEA wants permanent presence at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

A team of United Nation's experts is on its way to Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power plant. The visit of the UN team was delayed after shelling near the plant.

Kremlin fears Ukrainian 'provocation' at Zaporizhzhia plant, reactor shut down due to shelling

The International Atomic Energy Agency team is set to inspect Europe's largest nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia. Ahead of the visit, IAEA head Rafael Grossi said that this is a technical Mission aiming to prevent a nuclear disaster, more in our next report.

IAEA wants permanent presence at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

A team of UN inspectors visited Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia atomic plant complex on Thursday (September 1) to assess&nbsp;the risk of a radiation disaster at the plant.

The support&nbsp;assistance mission of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) led by&nbsp;Director General Rafael Grossi&nbsp;reached the facility around 3:00 pm (local time).&nbsp;

Russian agencies quoted Grossi as saying that the team "saw what needed to see"&nbsp;at Zaporizhzhia.&nbsp;

"I think we were able in these few hours to put together a lot, a lot of information. The key things I needed to see I saw, and your explanations were very clear," Rafael Grossi told Russian media.

The team arrived on the day when there was shelling near the site. The International Committee of the Red Cross&nbsp;(ICRC)&nbsp;also warned that the consequences of a strike on the facility could be "catastrophic".&nbsp;

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The Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant has been at the centre of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war after the recent claims of firing raised fears of nuclear disaster. Both sides have accused each other of firing and shelling at the facility.&nbsp;

Zaporizhzhia is the largest nuclear power plant across Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russian forces took over the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant soon after the nation announced the invasion of Ukraine on February&nbsp;24, what it refers to as a "special military operation". But notably, the plant is still run by Ukrainian technicians.&nbsp;

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As per news agency Reuters, its reporter saw the IAEA team arrive in a large convoy with a heavy presence of Russian soldiers nearby. Citing a Ukrainian source with knowledge of the situation, the news agency also mentioned that the mission "may turn out to be shorter than was planned."&nbsp;

Earlier in the day, Ukraine's state nuclear company Energoatom accused Moscow and stated that the Russian shelling had forced the shutdown of one of the only two operating reactors at the site.&nbsp;

Responding to the accusations, Moscow said it had thwarted a Ukrainian attempt to seize the plant. Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov even said they are doing everything to ensure that the plant could operate safely. Lavrov also said that they are looking after the process so that the IAEA experts be able to complete their tasks.&nbsp;

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A team of UN inspectors visited Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia atomic plant complex on Thursday (September 1) to assess the risk of a radiation disaster at the plant. The support assistance mission of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) led by Director General Rafael Grossi reached the facility around 3:00 pm (local time).

A team of UN inspectors visited Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia atomic plant complex on Thursday (September 1) to assess the risk of a radiation disaster at the plant. The support assistance mission of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) led by Director General Rafael Grossi reached the facility around 3:00 pm (local time). Russian agencies quoted Grossi as saying that the team "saw what needed to see" at Zaporizhzhia. "I think we were able in these few hours to put together a lot, a lot of information. The key things I needed to see I saw, and your explanations were very clear," Rafael Grossi told Russian media. The team arrived on the day when there was shelling near the site. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) also warned that the consequences of a strike on the facility could be "catastrophic". ALSO READ | Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant: Operator says one reactor shut down due to shelling The Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant has been at the centre of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war after the recent claims of firing raised fears of nuclear disaster. Both sides have accused each other of firing and shelling at the facility. Zaporizhzhia is the largest nuclear power plant across Europe. Russian forces took over the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant soon after the nation announced the invasion of Ukraine on February 24, what it refers to as a "special military operation". But notably, the plant is still run by Ukrainian technicians. ALSO READ | Poland wants Germany to pay WWII reparations of $1.32 trillion ⚡ IAEA's Support and Assistance Mission to #Zaporizhzhya (ISAMZ) led by Director General @RafaelMGrossi has just arrived at Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant to conduct indispensable nuclear safety and security and safeguards activities. — IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency (@iaeaorg) September 1, 2022 × UN IAEA inspectors are seeking to establish a permanent presence at a Russian-held plant in southern Ukraine to avoid "a nuclear accident" at the facility on the frontline of the fightinghttps://t.co/Vru1brm8Dv pic.twitter.com/Jc062Zdu1P — AFP News Agency (@AFP) September 1, 2022 × WATCH | UN team heads to Zaporizhzhia plant, IAEA visit delayed by renewed shelling × As per news agency Reuters, its reporter saw the IAEA team arrive in a large convoy with a heavy presence of Russian soldiers nearby. Citing a Ukrainian source with knowledge of the situation, the news agency also mentioned that the mission "may turn out to be shorter than was planned." Earlier in the day, Ukraine's state nuclear company Energoatom accused Moscow and stated that the Russian shelling had forced the shutdown of one of the only two operating reactors at the site. Responding to the accusations, Moscow said it had thwarted a Ukrainian attempt to seize the plant. Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov even said they are doing everything to ensure that the plant could operate safely. Lavrov also said that they are looking after the process so that the IAEA experts be able to complete their tasks. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Saw what we needed to see': IAEA team at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine

UN team heads to Zaporizhzhia plant, IAEA visit delayed by renewed shelling

International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi announced on Monday that he will be visiting the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant “later this week” in order to examine the damages sustained due to the ongoing conflict. “The day has come, IAEA’s Support and Assistance Mission to Zaporizhzhia is now on its way,” Grossi tweeted, saying that he will be accompanied by his team.

The conflict between Russian and Ukrainian forces near the nuclear plant has given rise to fears of a potential radiation leak. In the last few days, both sides have accused each other of shelling in the nearby areas and the IAEA also expressed their concern about the impacts of the continued fighting.

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The United Nations and the IAEA both urged the parties to not engage in shelling near the plant due to safety reasons but Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba denied any change in stance from Russia. "Russian military must get out of the plant," he said on Twitter.

The situation at the power plant is a complex one at present as although it is operated by a Ukrainian crew, the control remains with Russian military who took over the facility in March.

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Earlier, the RIA news agency reported that Ukrainian forces attacked a helicopter repairing plant in the region on Sunday. The report further claimed that Russia was able to destroy an enemy drone.

On the other hand, local governor Oleksandr Starukh took to Telegram to announce that Russian forces were shelling Zaporizhzhia and they ended up causing massive damages to the buildings.

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International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi announced on Monday that he will be visiting the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant “later this week” in order to examine the damages sustained due to the ongoing conflict.

International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi announced on Monday that he will be visiting the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant “later this week” in order to examine the damages sustained due to the ongoing conflict. “The day has come, IAEA’s Support and Assistance Mission to Zaporizhzhia is now on its way,” Grossi tweeted, saying that he will be accompanied by his team. The conflict between Russian and Ukrainian forces near the nuclear plant has given rise to fears of a potential radiation leak. In the last few days, both sides have accused each other of shelling in the nearby areas and the IAEA also expressed their concern about the impacts of the continued fighting. Also read | Tensions rise in Ukraine as conflict continues near Zaporizhzhia power plant The United Nations and the IAEA both urged the parties to not engage in shelling near the plant due to safety reasons but Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba denied any change in stance from Russia. "Russian military must get out of the plant," he said on Twitter. The situation at the power plant is a complex one at present as although it is operated by a Ukrainian crew, the control remains with Russian military who took over the facility in March. Also read | More than 5.7 million people affected by floods in Pakistan, over 1000 killed Earlier, the RIA news agency reported that Ukrainian forces attacked a helicopter repairing plant in the region on Sunday. The report further claimed that Russia was able to destroy an enemy drone. On the other hand, local governor Oleksandr Starukh took to Telegram to announce that Russian forces were shelling Zaporizhzhia and they ended up causing massive damages to the buildings. WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

IAEA 'on their way' to Zaporizhzhia power plant in Ukraine, says Rafael Grossi

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and its surrounding areas in Ukraine became the latest conflict zone in the ongoing Russian invasion of the country. According to local officials, the Russian forces fired at a number of towns close the power plant prompting fears of a potential radiation disaster.

The nuclear plant has been dominating headlines this week with both Russia and Ukraine accusing each other of targeting it. On Saturday, Russian defence ministry also accused Ukraine of shelling.

The Zaporizhzhia plant is currently in a complex situation as although it is operated by a Ukrainian crew, the control remains with Russian military who took over the facility in March. As a result, in the past few weeks, both sides have been accusing each other of shelling in the region.

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Earlier, the United Nations asked Russia to withdraw troops from the nuclear plant considering the sensitive nature of the facility. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) also said that they will be visiting the plant in the near future to inspect its condition amidst the ongoing conflict.

However, Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba denied any change in stance from Russia.

"Russian military must get out of the plant," he said on Twitter.

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According to RIA news agency, the Ukrainian forces attacked a helicopter repairing plant in the region on Sunday. The report further claimed that Ukraine was using drones to carry out attacks in the area and the Russians were able to destroy one such drone near the nuclear facility.

On the other hand, governor Oleksandr Starukh took to Telegram to announce that Russian forces were shelling Zaporizhzhia and they ended up causing massive damages to the buildings.

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The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and its surrounding areas in Ukraine became the latest conflict zone in the ongoing Russian invasion of the country. According to local officials, the Russian forces fired at a number of towns close the power plant prompting fears of a potential radiation disaster.

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and its surrounding areas in Ukraine became the latest conflict zone in the ongoing Russian invasion of the country. According to local officials, the Russian forces fired at a number of towns close the power plant prompting fears of a potential radiation disaster. The nuclear plant has been dominating headlines this week with both Russia and Ukraine accusing each other of targeting it. On Saturday, Russian defence ministry also accused Ukraine of shelling. The Zaporizhzhia plant is currently in a complex situation as although it is operated by a Ukrainian crew, the control remains with Russian military who took over the facility in March. As a result, in the past few weeks, both sides have been accusing each other of shelling in the region. Also read | Taliban accuses Pakistan of allowing US drones to fly into Afghanistan Earlier, the United Nations asked Russia to withdraw troops from the nuclear plant considering the sensitive nature of the facility. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) also said that they will be visiting the plant in the near future to inspect its condition amidst the ongoing conflict. However, Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba denied any change in stance from Russia. "Russian military must get out of the plant," he said on Twitter. Also read | Chinese mouthpiece Global Times lauds the inking of US-China audit deal According to RIA news agency, the Ukrainian forces attacked a helicopter repairing plant in the region on Sunday. The report further claimed that Ukraine was using drones to carry out attacks in the area and the Russians were able to destroy one such drone near the nuclear facility. On the other hand, governor Oleksandr Starukh took to Telegram to announce that Russian forces were shelling Zaporizhzhia and they ended up causing massive damages to the buildings. WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

Tensions rise in Ukraine as conflict continues near Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

A team from the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency will be visiting Ukraine's nuclear power plant. The director-general of IAEA confirmed the same, taking it to Twitter. WION in an exclusive interview with Olexi Pasyuk, energy expert from Kyiv.

Zaporizhzhia: Concerns over nuclear safety in Ukraine, IAEA to evaluate working conditions

A team from the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency will be visiting Ukraine's nuclear power plant. The director-general of IAEA confirmed the same, taking it to Twitter.

IAEA team heads to Ukraine Nuclear plant, more strikes reported at Zaporizhzhia

There appears to be no end in sight for the conflict in Ukraine-Russia. Some fresh allegations have been put against each other about shelling on the Zaporihzhia nuclear power plant.

Russia-Ukraine accuse each other of shelling at nuke plant

The Russia controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has resumed energy supplies to Ukraine. The plant was reconnected to the Ukrainian power grid after it was disconnected on Thursday due to a fire caused by alleged Russian shelling.

Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant reconnected to Ukrainian grid after shelling, situation remains risky

Ukraine: Russian conducting air strikes in Kharkiv, 3 quarters of Donetsk evacuated

Russia has blocked the adoption of a joint declaration on a nuclear disarmament treaty at the United Nations and Moscow has cited problems with the political aspects of the text concerning the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.

'Final UN Nuclear draft lacked balance', Russia blocks document

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant were briefly cut off from power grid on Thursday. Three out of four power lines from plant have been damaged in recent days and disconnection from power grid led to large scale outages.

Ukraine's largest nuclear plant cut off from power grid

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