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strike2026-05-17 23:36 UTC🇦🇪 Barakah Nuclear Power Plant area, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Drone attack reported near Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE
A social media post claims a drone strike hit an electrical generator outside the perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant near Abu Dhabi. UAE authorities are said to have condemned the attack, with no injuries or radiological leaks reported.
Details
Type
strike
Occurred
2026-05-17 23:36
Reported
2026-05-17
Location
Barakah Nuclear Power Plant area, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Coordinates
23.9865, 52.2045
Killed
0
Wounded
0
Confidence
52 / 100
Damage assessment
Reported impact to an electrical generator outside the plant perimeter; no radiological leak reported.