Iran repudiates US allegations of drone attack on UAE nuclear plant as oil spikes above $105
Iran has denied US allegations of a drone attack on the Barakah nuclear facility in the UAE, which resulted in a fire but no damage to the reactor core. The incident has led to a spike in oil prices, surpassing $105 per barrel, and increased volatility in cryptocurrency markets. Iran's ambassador suggested that Israel may have orchestrated the attack to heighten tensions in the region.
- ▪A drone strike on the Barakah nuclear facility occurred on May 17, igniting a fire in an electrical substation.
- ▪Iran's ambassador to the US denied involvement and accused Israel of orchestrating the attack.
- ▪Oil prices surged above $105 per barrel following the incident, impacting energy and crypto markets.
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