Overview
- The IAEA confirmed a fifth localized ceasefire began on Feb. 27 to facilitate restoration of the 330 kV back‑up supply to the Russian‑occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
- Preparatory work, including de‑mining at the Zaporizhzhia Thermal Power Plant switchyard, started with technicians set to assess and initiate repairs within one to two days under IAEA presence.
- The Ferosplavna‑1 330 kV line was cut on Feb. 10, was energized last week, and still requires repairs to deliver power through the switchyard to the plant.
- Rosatom and regional officials said repair crews, including Rosatom specialists, have begun work expected to last at least a week, while IAEA staff monitor activities on site.
- Plant authorities report radiation levels within natural background ranges and power currently supplied by the 750 kV Dniprovska line, as Energoatom withholds confirmation and the IAEA notes daily nearby military activity and explosions.