Alexei Likhachev

Alexei Likhachev is the head of Rosatom, Russia's state nuclear energy company. He recently became newsworthy due to his statements regarding an incident at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Likhachev stated that a Ukrainian drone deliberately struck the Russian-controlled facility, causing a hole in a turbine hall wall. While Rosatom reported no damage to key equipment, Ukraine denied involvement. This event highlights the ongoing tensions and risks surrounding nuclear facilities in conflict zones. Likhachev's position as head of Rosatom makes him a key figure in Russia's nuclear industry and a spokesperson for the state's perspective on such critical infrastructure incidents, underscoring the international concern for nuclear safety during the conflict.