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The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine has been without external power for over a week, forcing reliance on emergency diesel generators. The IAEA is calling for a localized ceasefire to repair power lines, marking the 27th outage since the Russian invasion.
TEPCO has finalized the third year of releasing treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant, totaling 172,700 tons in 22 batches. The discharges, approved by Japan's government and monitored by international bodies, have been deemed safe by the IAEA despite concerns from neighboring countries.
Japan has started its first survey of Minamitori Island, the country's easternmost island, as a potential site for nuclear waste storage, a semi-governmental agency announced Wednesday. The survey will assess geological, environmental, and infrastructure factors amid mixed reactions from environmental groups and locals concerned about safety and ecological risks.
A powerful earthquake hit northeastern Japan on May 11, 2026, at 18:02 local time, prompting tsunami warnings. Authorities are confirming magnitude and epicenter while checking nuclear plant safety. Transport disruptions include suspended rail services and flight cancellations.
