UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

A drone strike occurred near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, triggering a fire in an electrical generator. The UAE's defence ministry stated that three drones entered the country from the western border direction, with two intercepted and one striking the generator outside the inner perimeter. No injuries were reported and radiological safety levels remained unaffected. Investigations are underway to determine the source of the attack, with the UAE remaining prepared to address any threats to its security.