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strike2026-05-17 14:07 UTC🇦🇪 Barakah nuclear power plant perimeter, United Arab Emirates
Drone strike sparks fire on perimeter of UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant
A drone strike reportedly caused a fire on the perimeter of the Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates. Authorities said radiation levels remained normal and plant operations were not affected.
Details
Type
strike
Occurred
2026-05-17 14:07
Reported
2026-05-17
Location
Barakah nuclear power plant perimeter, United Arab Emirates
Coordinates
23.9865, 52.2045
Confidence
72 / 100
Damage assessment
Fire reported on the plant perimeter; authorities said radiation levels normal and operations not affected.