Energy infrastructure is often of strategic importance. Nuclear facilities, however, pose additional risks because damage could compromise safety functions. The IAEA has repeatedly called for the need to avoid attacks or military activities at nuclear facilities in Ukraine. The documentable answer is therefore: yes, they can in practice become targets or instruments of pressure, but this gravely increases the risk of accident.
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Are nuclear power plants military targets?
They can be in practice, but should be protected by law and military prudence.
