The Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in southern Ukraine has experienced its 21st disconnection from external power sources. This latest outage raises significant concerns about the plant’s safety and the potential for a nuclear accident. The plant relies on external power to cool its reactors and prevent a meltdown, and though backup generators are functioning, their capacity is limited. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) experts continue to monitor the situation closely, stressing the urgent need for a demilitarized zone around the plant. The repeated disruptions to power increase the risk of radiation leaks and pose a threat to the wider region. Ukraine and international bodies have repeatedly called for Russia to relinquish control of the facility. This incident highlights the precarious state of nuclear security during the ongoing conflict.