Likhachev Announces Suspension of New Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant Unit Construction

Alexey Likhachev, head of the Russian state corporation Rosatom, announced the suspension of construction of new power units at the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran. The decision is linked to military actions that occurred on March 3, 2026. Despite the temporary work stoppage, the project retains its priority status for the corporation. Russian personnel continue to remain on site. The situation is under the control of the President of the Russian Federation. This event directly impacts international nuclear energy projects, demonstrating the influence of geopolitical instability on the implementation of major infrastructure facilities in the energy sector.