Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of planning an attack on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, but neither side has provided evidence to support their claims. The plant, which is under the control of Russian troops, has been a cause for concern since the early stages of the war. Both countries have blamed each other for shelling near the plant that has caused power outages. The United Nations’ atomic watchdog has expressed alarm over the possibility of a radiation catastrophe similar to the one at Chernobyl in 1986. While the six reactors at the plant are shut down, it still requires power and qualified staff to maintain crucial safety features. Ukraine has recently alleged that Russia may attempt a deliberate leak to hamper Ukraine’s counteroffensive in the surrounding region. Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, claims that Russian troops have placed objects resembling explosives on top of the plant’s power units, but this has not been confirmed by international officials. The situation is tense, with both sides accusing the other of potential catastrophic actions at the facility. The International Atomic Energy Agency remains vigilant and has found no evidence of explosive activity during inspections. Russian media has reported on Ukraine’s alleged plan to strike the plant with ammunition containing nuclear waste, but there is no indication of such an attack as of yet. In the event of a nuclear disaster, emergency services estimate that approximately 300,000 people would need to be evacuated from nearby areas. Ukrainian officials assure that the shut-down reactors are protected by sturdy concrete containment domes.