Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war
A drone strike caused a fire at the United Arab Emirates' Barakah nuclear power plant, which authorities labeled an 'unprovoked terrorist attack.' Although no injuries or radiological releases were reported, the incident raised concerns about escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The UAE has accused Iran of launching drone and missile attacks, further complicating the fragile ceasefire in the region.
- ▪The drone strike occurred on the edge of the UAE's sole nuclear power plant, Barakah.
- ▪No injuries or radiological release were reported following the attack.
- ▪The UAE Defense Ministry is investigating the source of the drones, which were intercepted before reaching the plant.
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World Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war May 18, 20261:37 AM ET By The Associated Press FILE - This undated photograph released by the United Arab Emirates' state-run WAM news agency shows the under-construction Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi's Western desert. Arun Girija/Emirates News Agency/via AP hide caption toggle caption Arun Girija/Emirates News Agency/via AP DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A drone strike sparked a fire on the edge of the United Arab Emirates' sole nuclear power plant on Sunday in what authorities called an "unprovoked terrorist attack." No one was blamed, but it highlighted the risk of renewed war as the United States and Iran signaled they were ready to fight again. There were no reported injuries or radiological release.
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