Russia raises alarm over conflict's impact on Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran - Reuters
Russia raises alarm over conflict's impact on Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran Reuters
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Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has expressed concern over the safety of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant amid escalating regional conflicts, noting explosions heard nearby and evacuations of personnel.
Alexey Likhachev, Director General of Rosatom, highlighted the direct threat to Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant due to ongoing regional military operations, with explosions occurring nearby and plans for further evacuations.
Rosatom announced the suspension of operations at Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant due to ongoing U.S. and Israeli airstrikes in the vicinity, with over 600 Russian personnel remaining at the facility.
Rosatom has halted operations at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, with over 600 personnel being evacuated, following U.S. and Israeli strikes in the area.
Nuclear industry expert Alexander Uvarov warned that damage to the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran and the Barakah nuclear power plant in the UAE during hostilities could lead to catastrophic consequences, including radiation contamination of the Persian Gulf.
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