IAEA Chief Warns of “Playing with Fire” After Drone Strike at Zaporizhzhia Plant
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi warns against attacks on nuclear facilities following a reported drone strike at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Nuclear Safety
Chornobyl at 40: From Disaster to New Threats
Ukraine marks the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, with the decommissioned plant facing new threats amid ongoing regional conflict.
UN Calls for Peaceful Nuclear Use on Chernobyl’s 40th Anniversary
On the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, the UN General Assembly emphasizes the critical need for peaceful nuclear use, robust safeguards, and global cooperation.
Cooling Halted at Fukushima Daini Plant After Pump Malfunction
Cooling system suspended at Fukushima Daini plant due to pump malfunction; no radiation changes detected, repairs underway.
US-Israel Strikes Target Iranian Nuclear Sites as Ceasefire Hangs in Balance
US-Israel coalition strikes Iranian nuclear facilities amid month-long conflict, raising nuclear safety concerns as ceasefire negotiations remain stalled.
Russia’s Rosatom Condemns Attack Near Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Plant
Rosatom condemns an attack near Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, warning of nuclear safety risks as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Ceasefire Enables Critical Repairs at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant
A localized ceasefire at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant enables critical repairs after February’s infrastructure damage, with IAEA involvement ensuring safety.
China Enacts Atomic Energy Law to Boost Nuclear Innovation, Safety
China implements landmark atomic energy law to regulate nuclear sector expansion and promote advanced safety technologies like Hualong One reactors.
Zelenskyy Unveils 20-Point Peace Plan Amid Ongoing Russia-Ukraine Talks
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy reveals a 20-point peace proposal with U.S. collaboration, addressing sovereignty, security, and post-conflict recovery amid unresolved territorial disputes.
China Urges Japan to Address Nuclear Water Leak Safety Concerns
China urges Japan to clarify radioactive water leak at Fugen plant, highlighting nuclear safety concerns amid ongoing decommissioning challenges.
Fukushima Wastewater Discharge Halted After 7.5 Magnitude Quake
A 7.5 magnitude earthquake halts Fukushima’s nuclear wastewater discharge; no abnormalities reported at nearby plants.
Japan Begins 17th Fukushima Wastewater Release Amid Ongoing Concerns
Japan initiates 17th Fukushima wastewater discharge despite local and international opposition, continuing a controversial practice started in 2023.
IAEA Chief Warns of Ongoing Nuclear Safety Risks at Zaporizhzhia Plant
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi warns that nuclear safety at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant remains in jeopardy after the facility twice lost connection to its main power line.
Japan Agrees to China’s Independent Monitoring of Fukushima Wastewater Discharge
Japan agrees to China’s independent monitoring of Fukushima wastewater discharge, marking a significant step in collaborative efforts to address environmental concerns over the nuclear-contaminated water release.
Fukushima Nuclear Plant Detects 25-Tonne Radioactive Water Leak
A 25-tonne radioactive water leak has been detected at Fukushima’s Reactor Unit 2. TEPCO assures the public there’s no environmental risk as investigations begin.
Unfogging Fukushima: CGTN Explores Ongoing Impact of 2011 Disaster
CGTN’s documentary Unfogging Fukushima explores the enduring impact of the 2011 Fukushima disaster, highlighting ongoing challenges like nuclear-contaminated water discharge and efforts toward recovery.
China Supports IAEA Efforts to Secure Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant After Drone Attacks
China supports the IAEA’s efforts to ensure safety at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant after recent drone attacks, highlighting the urgency to prevent nuclear accidents in the conflict zone.
TEPCO Unveils New Safety Measures at Fukushima Nuclear Plant
TEPCO announces new safety installations at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant to prevent future contaminated water leaks, following recent incidents at the facility.
TEPCO Reports Open Valves Caused Radioactive Leak at Fukushima Plant
TEPCO reports that open valves led to a radioactive water leak at Fukushima Daiichi plant, spilling 1.5 tonnes of contaminated water due to worker oversight.