Russian state nuclear energy company Rosatom stated that a Ukrainian drone struck the turbine hall of Unit 6 at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, the largest nuclear facility in Europe.

According to Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev, the drone caused a small explosion and damaged part of the turbine building wall, although no critical equipment was affected.Russian authorities described the incident as a deliberate attack by Ukraine.Ukraine's military strongly denied the accusation, calling it a propaganda effort by Russia.

Ukrainian officials stated that their forces did not target the facility and emphasized that Ukrainian troops operate in accordance with international humanitarian law, particularly regarding sensitive nuclear infrastructure.They also claimed that no combat activity or weapons use occurred in the relevant sector of the front line at the time of the reported incident.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which maintains a presence at the plant, confirmed that it had been informed of a drone impact on a turbine building.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi expressed concern about the event and reiterated that attacks involving nuclear facilities are extremely dangerous.The agency requested access to inspect the affected area directly.The article also notes continuing Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.Russian regional authorities reported fires at oil facilities in Taganrog and Armavir after debris from intercepted drones fell on the sites.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy referenced the attack in Krasnodar and said Ukraine was bringing the war back to Russian territory.The report highlights ongoing tensions around critical infrastructure and the risks posed by military operations near nuclear installations.