The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in a report published on Tuesday called for the creation of a “safety zone” to prevent a nuclear accident at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which is occupied by the Russians, AFP reports.

Ukrainian nuclear power plant in ZaporizhzhiaPhoto: Kostyantyn Mikhalchevskyi / Sputnik / Profimedia

“The current situation is unsustainable,” the IAEA wrote in a 52-page report. “It is necessary to urgently take temporary measures,” the UN agency continues, demanding “the immediate establishment of a nuclear protection and safety zone.”

“Bombardment of the complex and its surroundings must be stopped immediately to avoid further damage to the facilities,” the IAEA insists, saying it is “ready to begin consultations.”

The agency also notes the “extremely stressful conditions” in which Ukrainian personnel work under the control of Russian troops.

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