The head of Kurchatov, the city hosting the Kursk nuclear power plant, Igor Korpunkov, delivered a statement via Telegram channel underscoring that security forces are fully mobilized to shield the city’s borders. He emphasized a coordinated effort across multiple agencies to maintain safety at the perimeter and within the surrounding area, highlighting a sense of vigilance that reflects the current security posture in the region.
In his remarks, Korpunkov clarified that the Russian Ministry of Defense, the National Guard, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and additional law enforcement bodies are executing all necessary steps to maximize border protection in the direction of Kurchatov. He noted that these measures are not limited to one mode of deployment but are active on multiple fronts, ensuring the border is safeguarded in both terrestrial and aerial dimensions.
The city leader also indicated that protective protocols are being enhanced through close collaboration with the regional administration. This cooperative approach is aimed at streamlining procedures, sharing intelligence, and adjusting security measures in response to evolving circumstances, while maintaining transparency with residents and local stakeholders.
Separately, on Monday, August 26, the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to international organizations in Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, announced that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi would visit the Kursk nuclear power facility and the nearby satellite city of Kurchatov on August 27. The planned visit is part of ongoing international engagement to assess safety standards, environmental monitoring, and the broader safety framework surrounding the nuclear installation, as described by Ulyanov in the official briefing to international bodies.
Earlier in the week, authorities measured background radiation levels across the Kursk region through the Ministry of Emergency Situations, indicating continue monitoring of environmental conditions around the site. While initial readings were reported, agencies reaffirmed that surveillance remains continuous to ensure public safety, and to provide timely information to residents and stakeholders as events develop. This sequence of checks and high-level visits reflects a dual focus on robust preparedness and transparent communication, both of which are essential to maintaining confidence in the security and safety measures surrounding the Kursk nuclear facility and its city hub.