Russia is developing contingency plans to withdraw its personnel from Iran's sole operational nuclear facility as security concerns mount across the Middle East, officials confirmed this week.
According to AzerNEWS, Moscow is preparing to evacuate specialists working at Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant amid heightened regional tensions and growing concerns over security risks surrounding nuclear facilities. Russian officials stated that coordination between the Foreign Ministry and Defense Ministry is underway to ensure the safety of personnel deployed at the site, as was stated last week. Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has confirmed that evacuation scenarios are being considered, though no final decision has been taken so far.
Meanwhile, video footage shows heightened activity linked to personnel movements, adding visual confirmation to reports that precautionary measures are underway. While the footage does not indicate an immediate evacuation, it aligns with official statements that Russia is closely monitoring the situation and remains prepared to act if conditions worsen.
Bushehr is Iran's only operational nuclear power plant and employs hundreds of Russian specialists involved in technical operations, maintenance, and construction-related work. Russian officials have repeatedly warned that any military action targeting the facility could lead to catastrophic consequences, given the presence of nuclear material and foreign personnel.
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