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UAE Says Drone Launched From Iraq Struck Near Barakah Nuclear Plant
The United Arab Emirates reported that a drone fired from Iraq caused a fire near its Barakah Nuclear Power Plant. The UAE Defense Ministry said six drones were launched toward the country in the past 48 hours.
May 19, 7:18 PM·1m read2 sources
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The United Arab Emirates said a drone launched from Iraq caused a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant. The UAE Defense Ministry reported that six drones were launched from Iraq toward the United Arab Emirates in the past 48 hours. One of the drones struck near the nuclear facility and started a fire.
The UAE attributed the launches to Iran-backed Shiite militias operating in Iraq. Officials in the Emirates said air defenses intercepted the drones. Fire and smoke were visible in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone after one interception, according to images released by authorities.
Grossi made the statement after the reported drone activity near the plant.
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