Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Kursk Nuclear Power Plant Cooling Tower; IAEA Confirms Incident

A drone strike hit the cooling tower of the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, located in the Kursk region of Russia. The IAEA announced the incident on September 18, stating the attack took place on September 17. The plant's block was in operation during the attack, though no fire was reported. The IAEA noted the impact was managed without escalation. Russia is simultaneously conducting attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, Odessa, and Kharkiv. The IAEA's confirmation aligns with reports from multiple outlets, though the exact timing and details of the drone's trajectory remain unspecified. No official statements from Russian authorities have been released regarding the attack or its implications.