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UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".

May 17, 2026 at 04:25 PM Original source
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UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant
BBC Newsvia rss

The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".

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Drone strike causes fire at Barakah nuclear plant perimeter in Abu Dhabi
The Nationalvia ai

A drone strike ignited a fire at the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant's perimeter in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra Region. Authorities confirmed no injuries and no impact on radiological safety levels. The UAE's Ministry of Defence is investigating the source of the attack, which it termed a 'dangerous escalation'.

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Drone strike starts fire outside UAE nuclear plant
The Straits Timesvia ai

A drone strike triggered a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi. The UAE's Ministry of Defence reported that three drones entered the country from the western border; two were intercepted, and one caused the fire. Investigations are ongoing to determine the source of the attack.

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Drone strike sparks fire at UAE nuclear power plant, the first time it's been attacked during Iran war
Fortunevia ai

A drone strike targeted the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant, causing a fire on its perimeter. No injuries or radiological release were reported. The UAE's Ministry of Defence is investigating the source of the attack, which it termed a 'dangerous escalation'.

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The Economic Timesvia ai

A drone strike ignited a fire outside the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi. Authorities confirmed no injuries and no impact on radiological safety levels. The UAE's Ministry of Defence is investigating the source of the attack, which it termed a 'dangerous escalation'.

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Drone strike sparks fire on perimeter of UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant
Al Jazeeravia ai

A drone strike caused a fire on the perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in Abu Dhabi. Authorities confirmed no injuries and no impact on radiological safety levels. The UAE's Ministry of Defence is investigating the source of the attack, which it termed a 'dangerous escalation'.

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Drone strike sparks a fire on the perimeter of UAE's nuclear power plant, shaking Iran war ceasefire
ABC Newsvia ai

A drone strike targeted the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant, setting an electrical generator ablaze on its perimeter. No injuries or radiological release were reported. The UAE's Ministry of Defence is investigating the source of the attack, which it termed a 'dangerous escalation'.

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Drone strike sparks fire on perimeter of UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant
Al Jazeeravia ai

A drone strike ignited a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the UAE, raising concerns over regional escalation amid a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the United States. Authorities reported no injuries and normal radiation levels.

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UAE slams 'dangerous escalation' after drone hits near nuclear plant
ABC Newsvia ai

The UAE condemned a drone strike near the Barakah nuclear power plant as a 'dangerous escalation' and is investigating the source of the attack. The International Atomic Energy Agency is monitoring the situation closely.

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UAE blames Iran or its proxies for drone strike fire near nuclear plant
The Guardianvia ai

The UAE has blamed a fire near its nuclear power plant on a drone launched by Iran or one of its proxies, calling it a 'dangerous escalation' amid ongoing regional tensions.

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