Russian workers turn occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant into 'resort'
The Kyiv Independent • • world
Key Points:
- Russian workers operating the occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine have converted plant areas into living quarters, violating safety regulations and increasing fire risks, according to the plant's former acting chief engineer.
- Photos and reports reveal that these workers treat the plant like a "resort," spending most of their time on-site, while facing wage cuts and restricted access to the nearby city of Enerhodar under strict surveillance.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) monitoring mission at the plant faces severe access restrictions and tight control by Russian forces, contributing to a "semi-imprisoned" atmosphere for all personnel on-site.
- Rosatom, the Russian nuclear company now operating the plant, is criticized for inadequate staffing, harsh treatment
