Shelling around nuclear facilities in Ukraine is continuing and could damage critical plant systems and equipment and lead to radiological consequences onsite and offsite, the International Atomic Energy Agency has warned on the first anniversary of the invasion.

The agency said in a report that the armed conflict has highlighted the need for it to further intensify and strengthen its technical work in the country with the aim of stabilising the situation and preventing a nuclear incident or accident.

The agency also warned of the constant high stress and pressure faced by nuclear staff and said this situation is not sustainable.