UAE praises IAEA team for visiting Ukrainian nuclear plant

The UAE strongly supports the seven pillars of nuclear safety and security articulated by the IAEA and has called on both sides of the Ukraine-Russia conflict to ensure they are respected.

Speaking at the UN Council, Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, Deputy Permanent Representative said, "The parties to the conflict and the international community must work towards a return to normality as soon as possible.

"The most crucial step for this is a cessation of hostilities and a diplomatic end to this conflict."

The UAE also expressed its gratitude to the entire IAEA team who visited the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station in Ukraine for their professionalism and dedication under extremely difficult circumstances.

.@iaeaorg mission is crucial to assess #Ukraine nuclear facilities' safety. During #Zaporizhzhia meeting, #UAExUNSC:

➡️Expressed concern about IAEA's findings
➡️Called for de-escalation to avoid undermining safety
➡️Stressed the need for IAEA presencehttps://t.co/7QvBSSBe5I pic.twitter.com/qmJMn0ogW2

— UAE Mission to the UN (@UAEMissionToUN) September 6, 2022