“More than 160 UAVs (drones) identified near nuclear sites” over the last 24 hours in Ukraine.
Rafael Grossi in New York, USA, April 21, 2026. (GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/MICHAEL M. SANTIAGO)
The director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi called on Thursday, May 14, Russia and Ukraine for “utmost restraint” while the organization noted an “intensification” of military activities near several Ukrainian nuclear sites, considering that it represents “significant risks”.
Over the past 24 hours, IAEA teams have been informed
“a sharp increase in activity (…) with more than 160 UAVs (drones) identified near nuclear sites”
indicates the UN nuclear monitoring body, in a press release.
“Profonde préoccupation”
“Although IAEA teams reported no direct impact on nuclear security, Director General Rafael Grossi said
its deep concern about such military activities
“, adds the text.
These activities “have intensified in recent days, which presents significant risks to nuclear safety and security”, continues this same source.
In this press release, Rafael Grossi called on “all parties to show the greatest restraint”.
Russia shelled Kyiv for hours on Thursday, launching hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in a deadly attack, further reducing hopes of a settlement of this deadly conflict which has lasted for more than four years.
