UAE slams 'dangerous escalation' after drone hits near nuclear plant
A drone attack near the Barakah nuclear power plant in the UAE has been condemned as a 'dangerous escalation' by the country's Foreign Ministry. The UAE is currently investigating the origin of the drone, which struck a generator but did not affect radiological safety. This incident occurs amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between the US and Iran, with no immediate claims of responsibility for the attack.
- ▪A drone struck a generator near the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi, causing a fire.
- ▪The UAE's Foreign Ministry described the incident as a 'dangerous escalation' but did not assign blame.
- ▪The International Atomic Energy Agency is monitoring the situation closely.
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UAE slams 'dangerous escalation' after drone hits near nuclear plantTopic:Unrest, Conflict and WarMon 18 May 2026 at 4:51amMon 18 May 2026 at 4:51amMon 18 May 2026 at 4:51amAuthorities say a drone struck a generator and started a fire near the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi's western desert. (AO: Arun Girija/Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation/WAM)In short:A drone has struck a generator near a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates.The UAE is investigating the origin of the drone attack, while the International Atomic Energy Agency says it is monitoring the situation.It comes as diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran remain deadlocked.
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