UAE says drones that targeted Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraqi territory
Summary
The United Arab Emirates said drones that attacked its Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraq, likely launched by Iranian-backed militias. There were no injuries or radiation leaks, but the attack hit a generator near the plant's edge.Key Facts
- The UAE’s Defense Ministry reported that all drones targeting the Barakah nuclear plant came from Iraqi territory.
- The attack likely involved Shiite militias supported by Iran, who have carried out similar strikes after the U.S. and Israel began their conflict with Iran in February 2024.
- No injuries or radiation release were reported after the attack, but a generator at the plant’s perimeter was hit.
- The UAE has previously accused Iran of drone and missile attacks despite ceasefire agreements.
- The Barakah plant is the Arab world’s first nuclear power station, started in 2020, and supplies about 25% of the UAE’s energy.
- Iraq condemned the drone strikes on the UAE and called for regional cooperation to avoid escalation.
- The UAE hosts air defenses and personnel from Israel amid rising regional tensions.
- A senior UAE diplomat criticized the mixed roles of neighboring countries during the conflict.
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