Drone strike reported at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

On May 3, 2026, the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine was targeted by a drone strike. The incident, which reportedly impacted an external radiation monitoring laboratory located outside the plant's perimeter, was reported to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi confirmed that no injuries have been reported, although the extent of damage to the facility remains under investigation. An IAEA team stationed on-site has requested access to the laboratory to assess the situation. Russian officials attributed the attack to Ukrainian forces, stating that the plant's operations continue normally despite the incident. Grossi reiterated that any military activity near nuclear installations poses significant risks to nuclear safety and security. No independent confirmation regarding the specific cause or damage has been provided beyond the reports from the plant management and the IAEA.