The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) was left without any external power supply for the 13th time since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war on the morning of April 14.
This was reported by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on social media platform X.
“For the 13th time during the military conflict, Ukraine‘s Zaporizhzya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) lost all off site power this morning after the disconnection of its last remaining external power line. The plant’s emergency diesel generators immediately started operating to provide the power needed for essential safety functions,” the IAEA said.
The agency also noted that its team at the plant is monitoring the situation.
At the same time, the IAEA continues consultations with both sides on establishing a local ceasefire regime to allow repairs on another power line supplying the plant.
“Off site power loss once again highlights nuclear safety risks during the conflict,” said IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi.
