Archive · 26 Sep 2025
IAEA: Drone Detonates Near Ukraine Nuclear Plant
A drone exploded close to a nuclear power plant in Ukraine.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said the drone detonated about 800 meters from the plant, with monitors hearing explosions.
Nearby structures were damaged, but the plant itself was not affected.
The IAEA reported 22 drones were seen near the plant.
There are growing worries about safety at these plants during the war.
Additionally, the Zaporizhzhia plant, currently held by Russia, lost power and relied on emergency generators.
The IAEA head met with Vladimir Putin to discuss nuclear safety.
A drone detonated about 800 meters from the South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant.
The IAEA observed 22 drones in the plant's monitoring zone.
Nearby structures were damaged by shrapnel, but the plant wasn't hit.
The Zaporizhzhia plant has been without power for more than 48 hours.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi met with Vladimir Putin to discuss nuclear safety.
- Who
- IAEA, Ukraine, Russia
- What
- A drone detonated near the South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant; IAEA reported the incident.
- When
- Overnight, Thursday
- Where
- Near South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant
- Why
- The IAEA has raised concerns about nuclear safety due to drone activity near nuclear power plants.
- Incident Location
- South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant
- Drone Distance
- Approximately 800 meters from the plant
- IAEA Observation
- 22 drones observed near the plant
- Impact Details
- Crater observed; shrapnel damage to nearby structures
- Zaporizhzhia Plant Status
- Without power for over 48 hours
- Meeting
- IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi met with Vladimir Putin