In Vienna, Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and other international organizations, Mikhail Ulyanov, met with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to exchange views on a range of issues that both sides described as mutually important. During the discussion, Ulyanov emphasized that the conversation took place in a spirit of cooperation and practical engagement, with both parties focusing on productive outcomes and clear communication.
Earlier, Mikhail Galuzin, Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister, issued a pointed warning to Ukraine and to Western allies against any escalation around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. He noted that Moscow has pressed the IAEA to ensure proper monitoring at the facility, encouraging the staff to document attacks or threats that could affect the plant’s safety. This stance reflects a broader insistence on robust safeguards and transparency at critical energy infrastructure sites amid continuing regional tensions.
Meanwhile, negotiations between the United States and Ukraine on security guarantees for Kyiv have been advancing, signaling a renewed push to formalize assurances that could shape the strategic balance in the region. The discussions occur against the backdrop of ongoing debates about nuclear security, international oversight, and the responsible management of shared energy assets. The parties involved have repeatedly underscored the importance of verifiable commitments, reliable reporting mechanisms, and routine, candid dialogue as essential components of any credible security framework. [Source: official briefings and public communications from involved ministries and agencies]