UAE says drone that hit near its nuclear plant was launched from Iraq
The UAE reported that a drone which struck near its Barakah Nuclear Power Plant was launched from Iraq. The head of the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency emphasized the potential dangers of a direct hit on the facility. This incident raises concerns about regional security and the safety of nuclear installations.
- ▪The drone attack occurred near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE.
- ▪The UN's IAEA chief warned of severe consequences if the plant were directly hit.
- ▪The UAE claims the drone was launched from Iraq.
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UAE says drone that hit near its nuclear plant was launched from IraqThe head of the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency, Raphael Grossi, warned that a direct hit on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant would result in a "very high release of radioactivity."Follow us on GoogleFire and smoke rise in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, caused by debris after interception of a drone by air defenses, UAE, March 4, 2026; illustrative.(photo credit: REUTERS/Amr Alfiky TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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