Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Area Struck Again by Shelling

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Thursday, 07 August 2025

Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Area Struck Again by Shelling

On August 6, local time, the news office of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant confirmed that Ukrainian armed forces had again shelled the Enerhodar industrial zone, where the plant's workshops are located. This marks an alarming increase in the frequency of attacks in the region, raising serious concerns about the safety of the facility and the surrounding area.


The shelling reportedly damaged windows in the plant's printing and transportation workshops. Officials have begun inspecting these areas to assess whether there are any further damages. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported, and radiation levels remain within normal limits, with no threat to personnel or the environment. The plant is currently operating as per its previous schedule, and safety measures are in place to ensure the integrity of the facility.


Managers at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant have strongly condemned the repeated attacks, calling them completely unacceptable. They emphasized that targeting the area of a nuclear power plant is a violation of international norms and poses a significant risk to global security.


With the ongoing conflict in the region, the safety of critical infrastructure such as nuclear power plants has become a major concern for the international community. Experts warn that continued shelling in such areas could lead to catastrophic consequences, not just for the local population, but for the entire region and beyond.


As the situation unfolds, the global community continues to monitor developments closely, urging all parties involved to take immediate steps to de-escalate tensions and protect vulnerable sites from further attacks.