Russia's Rosatom Returns Workers to Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Plant
Russia's state-owned atomic energy company Rosatom is reportedly continuing to return employees to Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, according to its CEO Alexey Likhachev.
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Russia's state-owned atomic energy company Rosatom is reportedly continuing to return employees to Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, according to its CEO Alexey Likhachev.
Iran has reported that the port city of Bushehr, which hosts a nuclear power plant, has been attacked multiple times on Monday morning by American forces, according to the provincial governor.

Air defense systems around Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant were put on alert following reports of explosions, though no official announcement has been made by Iranian authorities.
A fireball was reported near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant following a US strike, raising concerns about the escalating tensions in the region.

Israel reportedly shared intelligence with US officials regarding a new Iranian plot to assassinate former President Trump. This comes amidst ongoing tensions and previous warnings about Iranian assassination attempts.

Iranian officials report that US strikes across Bushehr province damaged civilian infrastructure, including fishing piers near a nuclear plant, following Turkish President Erdoğan's controversial gift of revolvers at the NATO summit.

Eight Iranian soldiers, including air force and navy personnel, were killed in U.S. airstrikes targeting locations in southern Iran, including Bushehr, Chabahar, Bandar Abbas, and Jask. The attacks have heightened tensions in the region.

The head of Russia's state nuclear company, Rosatom, has called for a 'compromise' regarding Iran's nuclear program. Russian experts are expected to return to Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant soon.
Iran has permitted an inspection of its Bushehr nuclear facility but continues to stonewall international efforts regarding its uranium program.

Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated following Iran's interception of a US drone near Bushehr and a naval standoff at sea. This comes as the US also implements new travel measures and drone bans related to the upcoming World Cup.

Russia's Rosatom chief announced plans to reinstate Russian staff at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant within the coming weeks.
En las afueras de la ciudad iraní de Bushehr se levanta la única central que produce energía eléctrica en el país

Russia has reportedly withdrawn almost all its personnel from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, the country's only active nuclear facility, sparking concerns about a potential Chernobyl-type disaster.
Russia evacuates 198 employees from the Iranian nuclear power plant in Bushehr, which was hit by an airstrike. Seneweb
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has issued a warning following reported attacks on the Bushehr nuclear power plant, raising concerns about nuclear safety.

Um segurança morreu no mais recente ataque à central nuclear iraniana. Teerão critica Grossi por não condenar os ataques e alerta para risco de acidente radiológico.

The United States pulled off a daring rescue of two aviators whose fighter jet was shot down by Iran, plucking the pilot from behind enemy lines before setting off a complicated extraction of the…
Udenrigsminister fordømmer lørdagens angreb nær atomkraftværk, som ifølge FN-agentur har beskadiget bygning.

Former US President Donald Trump has issued new threats and a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, stating that 'hell will break loose' if the Iranian regime does not open the Strait of Hormuz or make a deal.
Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report Reuters

Amid ongoing tensions, former President Trump reiterated his 'Reign Hell' threat against Iran, while reports confirmed the rescue of an F-15 officer. The situation escalated further with claims of a US strike on Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Plant and warnings of impending supply crises.
Iran's envoy to the IAEA has stated that any attack on the Bushehr nuclear plant would be considered a 'war crime', issuing a strong warning amidst regional tensions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the United Arab Emirates, securing a new defense cooperation agreement and discussing security. This visit follows a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, as Ukraine seeks broader arms partnerships with Gulf states to counter Iranian drones.

Donald Trump denies a cease-fire with Iran, despite asserting Iran is eager for a deal and negotiating with the US, while Tehran denies direct talks. Amidst ongoing strikes, focus on Iran talks, and discussions of US troop deployment to the Middle East, crude oil prices and tech stocks have risen, as Iran reviews a US ceasefire plan.

Following a reported strike near Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, Russia has evacuated more staff from the facility. Kuwait has now issued a radiation advisory, urging residents to stay indoors and seal windows and doors.
Iran: Bushehr nuclear power plant hit by strike, no damage seneweb.com

President Trump and Tehran continue to exchange threats, with Trump having postponed his ultimatum to destroy Iran's energy grid amid mediation efforts. This has led to a sharp fall in European gas prices and increased speculation about a potential US-Iran nuclear deal after Trump indicated an agreement was made.
An article from Tehran Times mentions the Bushehr nuclear facility, Iran's only operational nuclear power plant.

Iran has struck energy facilities in the Gulf and threatened to escalate retaliation, while state media reports new Israeli-American airstrikes across Iran. Qatar's Press Centre has condemned Iran's targeting of energy facilities, and a US official stated Washington protects Kurdistan and the Gulf from Iran and proxy attacks, highlighting the escalating regional conflict.

Alþjóðakjarnorkumálastofnunin IAEA greinir nú frá því að írönsk yfirvöld hafi sent frá sér tilkynningu um að flugskeyti hafi hæft Bushehr-kjarnorkuverið í suðvesturhluta landsins, eina virka…
Napetosti na Bliskom istoku dodatno su porasle nakon što je u napadima pogođeno područje u blizini iranske nuklearne elektrane u Bushehru, jednog od ključnih energetskih postrojenja u zemlji.

Iran has launched attacks targeting Qatar and other US Gulf allies, with Qatar intercepting a missile attack and drone attacks disrupting flights in Dubai. This comes despite US intelligence warnings that contradicted claims of surprise regarding Iran's strikes.

Centrala nucleară Bushehr din sudul Iranului a fost lovită de un „proiectil” marți seara, dar nu au fost raportate daune aduse infrastructurii, a anunțat miercuri Agenția Internațională pentru…
The attack ended without Russian casualties, with Russian officials stating that repeated strikes near Russian experts are unacceptable, warning that Israel must take precautionary measures.

Russia's state nuclear company, Rosatom, is preparing to evacuate a second group of personnel and family members from Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant. This includes workers involved in constructing Units 2 and 3.

Russia's state nuclear corporation, Rosatom, has stopped construction work on new units of Iran's nuclear power plant in the port city of Bushehr due to an airstrike...

An Iranian aircraft was destroyed on the ground at Bushehr aiport during a series of military strikes. The incident was reported in Iranian media on Tuesday.
Russia has suspended construction activities at the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran. This decision comes in response to strikes occurring within Iran. Reuters reports on this development, which could impact the timeline for the nuclear plant's completion.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed that the war in Iran has cost American taxpayers $37.5 billion, as the US continued its strikes for the 11th consecutive night. Hegseth also sought urgent funds and warned of the 'greatest threat' to the US.

Satellite images have revealed damage inside Iran’s largest nuclear power plant in Bushehr, with strikes observed between July 7 and 12.

The United States has launched attacks on Iranian ports, including Bushehr, which houses Iran's only nuclear power plant, escalating the conflict between the two nations. This comes as oil prices hit a four-week high and a billboard depicting the White House in flames appeared in Tehran.

Russia's Rosatom has announced that it has begun sending its employees back to Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, signaling the continuation of reactor construction. This move indicates ongoing cooperation between the two nations in nuclear energy development.

Iran's deputy governor of Bushehr has accused the 'American-Zionist enemy' of attacking a military facility in the region, an accusation denied by a US Defense official.

An Iranian official reported that a US strike targeted the perimeter of the Bushehr Nuclear Plant, with no immediate reports of deaths.

Russia's state nuclear energy company Rosatom plans to send personnel back to Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant in the coming weeks, provided the situation there remains stable.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed that it shot down another American MQ-9 Reaper drone over the southern Iranian province of Bushehr.

US and Iranian officials have reportedly reached a tentative ceasefire deal, but its approval remains uncertain as it awaits a final decision from President Trump. The potential agreement has also influenced oil prices.

Iran's state TV reported that a US aircraft was destroyed in Iran's Jam governorate in Bushehr province.

Experts are warning the Trump administration that any new Iran deal must ban plutonium reprocessing and expose covert pathways to nuclear weapons, citing risks tied to Bushehr and Arak nuclear facilities.

The withdrawal of Russian personnel from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant is nearing completion. Only 20 specialists are reported to remain at the facility.

Russia has removed almost all of its personnel from Iran's sole Bushehr nuclear power plant, which was constructed and operated with Moscow's assistance.

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The IAEA has issued a warning that ongoing military activity near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant poses a risk of a severe accident.
The atomic watchdog said that the confirmation was based on its independent analysis of new satellite imagery and detailed knowledge of the site, adding that one strike had hit only 75 meters away.

"Open the f***ing Detroit": Trump's incredible threat to raze Iran's bridges and power plants this Tuesday Seneweb

The search for the missing American pilot from a US fighter jet shot down by Iran continues into its second day, with the pilot rescued but the whereabouts of the weapons systems officer still unclear.

Relatives of the late Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani were arrested by US federal agents after their permanent residency status was revoked, with reports indicating they had celebrated attacks against US soldiers.
Fears Grow: Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Site Hit The Daily Star Lebanon

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the Army's top uniformed officer, Gen. Randy George, to step down and take immediate retirement, amidst ongoing clashes between the Pentagon chief and senior military leadership, with reports also coming from French media and the Independent.

A group of around 50 “volunteers” will remain at the facility to ensure that it remains operational, the state nuclear corporation said.

The Split area experienced significant traffic disruptions due to two nearly simultaneous accidents, one involving a police vehicle in Split and another where a car overturned in Kaštela Stari, causing major material damage and traffic jams.

Former President Trump has reiterated his rejection of a ceasefire with Iran, asserting that Iran desires a deal but fears its own people and the US. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to climb past $100, driven by lingering risks of a prolonged US-Iran war, impacting global powers as Trump and Xi pursue energy dominance, with Europe particularly vulnerable.

A rocket has reportedly struck the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran for the second time, with the IAEA confirming that Iran informed the agency of the incident.

Iran and Russia are pressuring the US and Israel regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran's Araghchi contacting Lavrov and Fidan to hold Washington and Tel Aviv responsible, and the Kremlin warning of "catastrophic" consequences from attacks on the Bushehr nuclear plant.

Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom announced it would evacuate workers engaged in the construction of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant. However, some personnel will remain on the project.

China has condemned as 'unacceptable' the killing of Iranian leaders, including Larijani, and attacks on civilians, further complicating the Middle East conflict following reported assassinations and intensifying use of force.

Rusia dënoi të mërkurën një sulm pranë termocentralit bërthamor Bushehr të Iranit një ditë më parë, i cili tha se ishte vetëm pak metra larg reaktorit të tij dhe u bëri thirrje Shteteve të Bashkuara…

Russia has evacuated hundreds of its specialists from Iran's Bushehr nuclear facility following reported missile strikes near the complex, prompting a formal protest from Russia to Israel.
Russia has condemned Israel's attack near the Bushehr plant and has filed a complaint.

Një raketë goditi një zonë pranë centralit bërthamor të Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant të martën në mbrëmje, pa shkaktuar dëme apo të lënduar, sipas autoriteteve iraniane dhe Agjencisë Internacionale të…

Ένα ακόμη επεισόδιο που υπογραμμίζει την επικινδυνότητα της κλιμακούμενης σύγκρουσης στη Μέση Ανατολή εκτυλίχθηκε στη Μπουσέχρ του νότιου Ιράν, όπου βλήμα έπληξε την περιοχή του μοναδικού πυρηνικού…
Rosatom has confirmed that the situation at Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Plant remains stable, though an evacuation plan is being prepared.

The Iranian ship IRIS Bushehr sought port entry in Sri Lanka after the vessel reported engine trouble.
The IAEA has confirmed damage to Iran's Natanz nuclear facility, leading to a halt in work at Bushehr.

Footage shows babies being evacuated from a hospital in Bushehr, Iran, which was reportedly damaged by US-Israeli strikes. This incident highlights the civilian impact of the ongoing conflict.
Russian Rosatom evacuates people from Iran, keeps staff at Bushehr plant The Straits Times

The US military conducted attacks on Iran for the 11th consecutive night, with air defenses activated in Tehran and explosions reported in several locations, including Bushehr, home to Iran's only nuclear power plant. Tehran warned against attacks on its nuclear facilities.

At least two people were killed and four injured by US strikes on the Garveh bridge, which connects Bandar Abbas to Khmeir. The post US strikes civilian infrastructure in southern Iran appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The US has reportedly struck the Iranian city of Bushehr, near a nuclear facility, according to Iran's state news agency IRNA. Local officials stated that projectiles hit four points in the city, described as a "continuation of the enemy's ceasefire violation."

Iranian officials and state media have reported multiple explosions in southern Iran, including near the Bushehr nuclear power plant, marking the third consecutive day of hostilities. A US official denied American military involvement in the attacks.
Torsdag kveld melder iranske medier om eksplosjoner flere steder i landet. Et av stedene er i byen Bushehr, der Iran har et atomanlegg. Også i Choghadak er det hørt eksplosjoner.
A series of explosions occurred near Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant following renewed US strikes on Iran, while warning sirens were also activated in Jordan amid rising tensions.
Rosatom has reaffirmed its commitment to the Bushehr Nuclear Plant and announced plans for a phased return of specialists.
The Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran has maintained its position among the top 10 nuclear power plants globally.

Conflicting reports have emerged regarding a potential 60-day ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, with US Vice President JD Vance indicating President Trump has not yet approved a draft, while Iran denies a final text and Washington rejects Iran's claim of downing a US aircraft near Bushehr.

Russia's state nuclear energy company, Rosatom, has decided to postpone the return of its personnel to the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, as announced by the company's CEO, Alexei Likhachev.

Alexey Likhachov, head of Russia's state nuclear company, announced that Russia has not yet made a decision regarding the return of its personnel to the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran.

Rosatom has evacuated 108 employees from the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, with 20 remaining on site, following attacks on the facility, which is the only operational civilian nuclear installation operated by Moscow.
Mourning ceremonies are being held across Iranian cities including Yazd, Mashhad, and Bushehr, commemorating a martyred national leader.

President Trump threatened to imprison journalists who reported on a missing US F-15 pilot shot down over Iran and later revealed details of how a wounded US airman evaded Iranian capture.

Israel launched an attack on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, identified by some reports as the South Pars facility. The Israeli Defense Minister confirmed the strike, stating the complex accounts for approximately half of Iran's petrochemical production.

Today's Iran war news: Trump goes even more crazy as the F-15 rescue looks more like the tip of the iceberg of a big botched mission.

Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that Iran's agreement to grant safe passage for Philippine-bound energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz is a government 'risk management' strategy to secure the country's oil supply.

One person was killed by shell fragments following US and Israeli airstrikes near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reporting on nuclear radiation levels.

A Russian drone attack on a market in Nikopol, Ukraine, resulted in five fatalities and 19 injuries, including a 14-year-old girl. Ukrainian authorities have condemned the incident as another war crime.

The United States is reportedly concentrating its foreign policy efforts on Iran, while China's President Xi Jinping faces limitations regarding actions concerning Taiwan.

Russia's state nuclear agency Rosatom announced it would request a ceasefire in Iran to evacuate nearly all its personnel from the Bushehr nuclear power plant next week, after its perimeter was hit.
Pakistan is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to de-escalate regional tensions, hosting key US-Iran mediation talks and welcoming foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt for in-depth discussions on advancing peace in the Middle East.
Rosatom, Russia's state nuclear energy corporation, has reported that the situation at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant continues to deteriorate.

Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.

The Iran war continues to cause a global energy shock, driving fuel prices up and shaking the world economy, with Asia looking to COVID-era playbooks to tackle the crisis from the Strait of Hormuz blockage. Daily life in Asia is disrupted by the fuel crisis, and poor countries face catastrophe as the global economy pays a high price for the conflict.

US President Donald Trump has postponed his ultimatum to bomb Iran's electricity grid and announced a tactical pause on strikes, claiming to have begun talks with Tehran and that 'regime change' is underway. However, Iran has denied engaging in talks with the US and warned against targeting its vital infrastructure.

The Kremlin has stated that military strikes occurring near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant pose a dangerous threat.
Russia has proposed the creation of a 'safety island' around Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, aiming to enhance security amid regional tensions.

Two people were killed near Tel Aviv after Iranian missile launches, with emergency responders finding the patients in serious condition and police confirming reports of munition fragments in the Tel Aviv District.

Η Ρωσία καταδίκασε την Τετάρτη μια επίθεση κοντά στο πυρηνικό εργοστάσιο του Ιράν στο Μπουσέρ μια ημέρα νωρίτερα, η οποία, όπως είπε, βρισκόταν λίγα μέτρα μακριά από τον αντιδραστήρα του,… Ζαχάροβα:…

Israel has reportedly warned the United States that its supply of ballistic missile interceptors is reaching critically low levels as the conflict with Iran enters its third week, intensifying concerns about the ongoing war.

Η Rosatom, η κρατική επιχείρηση πυρηνικής ενέργειας της Ρωσίας, καταδίκασε το πλήγμα χθες, Τρίτη, 17/3 στις εγκαταστάσεις του πυρηνικού ηλεκτροπαραγωγικού εργοστασίου στην Μπουσέρ, στο νότιο Ιράν,…
Projectile hits premises of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant, IAEA says Arab News

Rosatom helped Iran build the Bushehr nuclear power plant, which was connected to the national grid in 2011.

Sri Lanka is evacuating 208 crew members from an Iranian naval ship — IRINS Bushehr — stranded near its territorial waters, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said on March 5, 2026, a day after a U.S. submarine torpedoed another Iranian warship off Sri Lanka’s southern coast, killing at least 84 sailors and widening the war in West Asia into the Indian Ocean region.

Employees of Rosatom have lost contact with the leadership of Iran’s nuclear industry amid the war in the Middle East, the head of the Russian state-owned atomic energy corporation, Alexey Likhachev, said Tuesday.

Agenţia nucleară rusă Rosatom a anunţat marţi încetarea operaţiunilor la centrala atomoelectrică iraniană de la Bushehr şi evacuarea de acolo a personalului rus, ca urmare a riscurilor create de…
Commodities valued at $9.2 billion have been exported from Iran's Bushehr province within a ten-month period.