Russia's military aggression against Ukraine continues.



Fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces continues across Ukraine, forcing thousands of civilians to flee the country.

We will keep you updated on the developments surrounding the situation in Ukraine on the 3rd (Japan time), including the battle situation and the diplomacy of the countries concerned.



(There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow, Russia)

Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant “It is difficult for the IAEA to give a fair evaluation due to Russian interference”

A team of IAEA experts has been investigating the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine, where Russian military units are deployed, since the 1st of this month.



Director-General Grossi, who led the team, returned to Vienna, Austria, where the IAEA headquarters is located, and held a press conference on the 2nd, saying, "It is important for the IAEA to confirm what is happening on the ground in order to stabilize the situation. It is effective, ”he said, and indicated that six experts will stay on-site and two will be stationed from next week onwards.



On the other hand, the Ukrainian nuclear power company Energoatom, which operates the nuclear power plant, said on the 2nd that ``Russia did not allow experts to enter the crisis management facility where soldiers are located,'' making it difficult for the IAEA to make a fair evaluation. I showed the view that it is placed.



In response, Secretary General Grossi said, "I was able to see the places I asked you to see," indicating that he was able to conduct an independent investigation, and that he would compile a report early next week. .

Suspended Zaporizhia NPP No. 5 resumes operation

On the 2nd, Ukraine's nuclear power company "Energoatom" posted on SNS that Unit 5 of the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant, which had been shut down due to the shelling the previous day, was "connected to the power grid and is increasing its output." announced that it has reopened.



This brings the total number of reactors in operation to two.