Japan Considering Dumping Toxic Fukushima Water Into Ocean

The Japanese economy and industry ministry has proposed disposing of over a million tons of contaminated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean or allowing it to evaporate. This proposal comes nearly nine years after the Fukushima disaster, which resulted in meltdowns at three reactors. The plant's operator has been storing the radioactive water but is running out of space. The water has been treated to remove most radioactive elements, and experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency support its controlled release into the sea. However, critics argue this could harm local industries. The final decision will be made by Prime Minister Abe's cabinet.

What has the operator of the Fukushima plant been doing with the radioactive water since the incident?

What is the current status of the decision regarding the disposal of the contaminated water?