Rosatom Says Novovoronezh Nuclear Plant Back at Full Power After Drone Attack

Overview

• Rosatom said about eight Ukrainian-launched drones targeted the Novovoronezh facility overnight on November 12–13 and were intercepted.
• Falling debris damaged common distribution devices, and three units were unplugged, including units 6 and 7 equipped with VVER-1200 reactors.
• Plant output dropped below 50% before repairs were completed and full generation resumed by 11:00 a.m. Moscow time on November 13.
• The corporation described the incident as a stress test that demonstrated strong performance by plant personnel and equipment and the reactors’ flexibility.
• CEO Alexey Likhachev credited the national grid operator with limiting wider impact and delivered the briefing after meeting IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.