Moscow, Russia — In a dramatic development, Rosatom has launched an immediate evacuation of its personnel from the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran following missile threats and a nearby strike.
Rapid evacuation underway
Alexey Likhachev confirmed that the evacuation decision was implemented within minutes of the incident.
A convoy carrying 198 specialists has already departed the site by bus.
Route toward Armenia
The convoy is heading toward the Iran–Armenia border under tight security.
Personnel are expected to leave the region via Yerevan en route to Russia.
Security coordination
Authorities in Iran and Armenia are coordinating to ensure safe passage.
Russian condemnation
Russia condemned the missile strike near the facility.
Reports indicate no direct damage to the reactor, though a security guard was killed.
Strategic implications
Analysts say the evacuation signals growing concern that nuclear facilities in Iran could become direct targets.
