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Explosions Near Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Spark Safety Fears

8/3/2025

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Explosions and smoke erupted near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on August 2, following an attack on a nearby facility, raising safety alarms. While the reactors remained unharmed, the incident claimed a civilian life due to surrounding shelling. IAEA Director Grossi called for urgent military restraint to avert potential nuclear disasters.

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Explosions and smoke erupted near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on August 2, following an attack on a nearby facility, raising safety alarms. While the reactors remained unharmed, the incident claimed a civilian life due to surrounding shelling. IAEA Director Grossi called for urgent military restraint to avert potential nuclear disasters.