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Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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March 26, 2026 Peace and security
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) lost its connection to the main external power line on Tuesday and now relies on a single backup line. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi announced the start of consultations with Russia and Ukraine aimed at agreeing on a local ceasefire to allow for urgent repairs.
The 750 kV Dniprovska power line was shut down on Tuesday after damage was reported. The plant's management and the Ukrainian grid operator are in contact with the IAEA regarding restoration plans. Agency experts at the plant continue to closely monitor the situation.
The repair timeline remains uncertain. However, according to the IAEA director, the agency has proposed that both sides establish a ceasefire to ensure safe conditions for assessing the damage and restoring infrastructure.
Previously, the IAEA has already contributed to the conclusion five such agreements, which made it possible to carry out six separate repairs on power lines associated with the Zaporizhzhya NPP.
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