IAEA demands de-occupation of ZNPP and its return under Ukraine's control.

IAEA supports Ukraine and urges Russia to withdraw military personnel from ZNPP

The General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) during its 68th session adopted the resolution "Nuclear Safety, Security, and Safeguards in Ukraine".

The document, co-authored by 52 member countries of the agency, was approved by 65 votes.

In the resolution, the IAEA calls for the immediate withdrawal of Russian military and other personnel from the territory of the Zaporizhzhia NPP. The agency emphasizes the need to return the plant under full control of the Ukrainian authorities to ensure its safety.

Ukraine's Ministry of Energy reports that the resolution confirms Ukraine's right to full sovereign control over all nuclear plants on its territory, including ZNPP. Until the plant is returned under Ukraine's control, Russia is required to ensure the IAEA has unrestricted access to all facilities and information at ZNPP.

The document also expresses support for further IAEA efforts to mitigate nuclear safety risks in Ukraine. In particular, the decision of the Agency's director general to send monitoring missions to key high-voltage substations that ensure the operation of Ukrainian nuclear plants is endorsed.

The IAEA confirms its readiness to continue providing technical assistance to Ukraine to ensure the safe operation of nuclear facilities. Furthermore, the resolution envisages further political, financial, and material support for relevant programs from the international community.