Ukraine attacked diesel fuel trucks servicing Zaporizhzhia plant, says Russia
They publishedRussia says Ukraine attacked trucks supplying fuel to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
First reportthemoscowtimes.com · 13 Sept, 07:17Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 13 Sept, 07:49Z
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Why it matters
What
Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev said Ukraine struck diesel trucks near Zaporizhzhia Friday, killing two Russian servicemen and injuring others.
Why
Officials said the trucks supplied fuel for cooling and safety systems at Europe’s largest nuclear plant, seized by Russia in 2022.
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Watch for IAEA assessments and temporary ceasefires arranged to enable repairs and maintain essential plant systems.
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Summary
- Alexei Likhachev alleged Friday strikes on fuel trucks delivering diesel to Zaporizhzhia.
- Two Russian servicemen were killed; injuries reported among others.
- Russia claims the attack endangered the nuclear plant's safety near its perimeter.
- Zaporizhzhia is Europe's largest nuclear plant, seized by Russia in early war.
- IAEA maintains observer presence and has facilitated repairs and power restoration.
Summary
- Alexei Likhachev, head of Rosatom, claimed Ukraine struck fuel trucks Friday.
- Two Russian servicemen were killed; others injured in the attack near the plant.
- Officials say strikes targeted diesel supplies for cooling and safety systems.
- Zaporizhzhia plant is Europe’s largest nuclear facility, seized by Russia in 2022.
- IAEA maintains observer presence and has facilitated temporary ceasefires for repairs.