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The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant loses external power supply

Updated 2026-11-08 · told from many outlets at once

The Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine lost its external electricity supply on Sunday. The Ferrosplavnaya reserve line was disconnected after sustaining damage. Management stated that backup diesel generators are supplying power to ensure safe operation.

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