Events
Drone strikes, counter-UAS deployments, civilian incidents and exercises worldwide. Each entry is linked to the relevant drone, country and counter-UAS systems where possible.
Drone strike starts fire outside UAE nuclear plant amid Iran war ceasefire test
A social-media post claims a drone strike caused a fire outside a nuclear plant in the United Arab Emirates, framed as testing an Iran war ceasefire. The post provides no additional verified details on damage or casualti…
Post claims a drone strike occurred at the Barakah nuclear power plant in the UAE
A social-media post asserts that a drone strike occurred at Barakah and discusses potential implications for Gulf nuclear projects. The post provides no operational details on damage, casualties, or attribution.
Drone strike reported near Abu Dhabi nuclear plant, according to BBC News video link
A social-media post shares a BBC News YouTube link claiming a drone strike was reported near a nuclear plant in Abu Dhabi. The post itself provides no additional details on damage or casualties.
UAE nuclear plant reportedly targeted in drone strike amid Iran tensions
A social-media post links to an AP News story claiming a UAE nuclear plant was targeted in a drone strike amid heightened tensions involving Iran. The post itself provides no additional details on damage or casualties.
Drone strike reported targeting Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE
A social-media post claims a drone strike targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant on 2026-05-17 at 23:32 UTC. The post reports no structural damage or radiation release and says an investigation is ongoing.
Russia reports intercepting over 550 Ukrainian drones in overnight attacks into May 17
A post citing Russian officials says Ukraine conducted large-scale drone attacks targeting energy infrastructure and the Moscow region. The claim states more than 550 Ukrainian drones were intercepted overnight into May …
UAE officials report drone strike caused fire at a nuclear power plant
A social media post citing Reuters says UAE officials reported a drone strike that caused a fire at a nuclear power plant. The post provides no further details on casualties or damage beyond the fire.
Russian MFA spokesperson claims overnight Ukrainian drone attack targeted Moscow
A social-media post cites a Russian MFA spokesperson alleging an overnight Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow that hit civilian areas including apartment buildings and private homes. The post provides no independent verifi…
Report claims Ukrainian drone strike in Russia killed at least four people
A social-media post claims a massive Ukrainian drone strike occurred in Russia and left at least four people dead. No specific location, date of the strike, or drone type is provided in the post text.
IDF reports explosive drones launched toward troops operating in southern Lebanon; no injuries
The IDF said sirens sounded for a hostile aircraft infiltration near Misgav Am and that a suspicious aerial target fell near where IDF soldiers were operating in southern Lebanon. The IDF also reported Hezbollah launched…