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strike2026-05-17 00:00 UTC🇦🇪 Barakah nuclear power plant, United Arab Emirates

IAEA says UAE Barakah nuclear plant situation of grave concern after reported drone strike

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi told the UN Security Council that the situation at the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant remains of grave concern following a reported Sunday drone strike. He said radiation levels are normal and warned attacks on peaceful nuclear facilities are unacceptable.

Details

Type
strike
Occurred
2026-05-17 00:00
Reported
2026-05-19
Location
Barakah nuclear power plant, United Arab Emirates
Coordinates
23.9865, 52.2045
Confidence
62 / 100

Damage assessment

IAEA reported radiation levels are normal; no specific physical damage described.

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