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Add as preferred source on GooglePutin warns Ukraine against strikes near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Europe's largest, hinting at possible retaliation. Both nations blame each other for ongoing tensions.
SOCHI, Russia (Reuters) -Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday warned Ukraine that it was playing a dangerous game by striking the area near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant and suggested that Moscow could retaliate against nuclear plants controlled by Ukraine.
The nuclear power plant, Europe's largest, has been cut off from external power for more than a week and is being cooled by emergency diesel generators. Both Ukraine and Russia have blamed each other for cutting off the external power and for shelling the area.
Putin said it was idiotic to blame Russia for shelling a nuclear power station that it controlled and said that the situation around the plant was on the whole under control.
(Reporting by Vladimir Soldatkin; Writing by Lucy Papachristou; editing by Guy Faulconbridge)
A nuclear power plant is a facility that uses nuclear reactions to generate electricity. It typically involves the fission of uranium or plutonium atoms to produce heat, which is then used to generate steam that drives turbines.
Energy risk management involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with energy production and consumption. This includes managing price volatility, regulatory changes, and operational risks to ensure stable energy supply.
Retaliation in international relations refers to actions taken by a state in response to perceived aggression or violations by another state. This can include economic sanctions, military actions, or diplomatic measures.
The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is Europe's largest nuclear power facility, crucial for energy supply in the region. Its safety is vital, especially during conflicts, as any damage could lead to catastrophic consequences.
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