UN watchdog staff warn of Russian mines around occupied nuclear plant

Russia has alleged that Ukraine is planning a false flag attack involving radioactive materials.

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is Europe’s largest (Libkos/AP)

The UN atomic watchdog staff at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine have reported seeing anti-personnel mines around the site as Kyiv pursues a counter-offensive against the Kremlin’s forces after 17 months of war.

“Having such explosives on the site is inconsistent with the IAEA safety standards and nuclear security guidance and creates additional psychological pressure on plant staff,” International Atomic Energy Agency director-general Rafael Grossi said.