The UN nuclear watchdog oversees the release of treated water from Fukushima. Japan’s choice to release water into the sea has received criticism.
The IAEA supplies real-time information and ensures adherence to global safety standards. The treated water, which was contaminated during the nuclear incident, undergoes filtration and is stored. An IAEA report confirms the safety of the controlled release. Protests and seafood bans have occurred in Japan and nearby nations.
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