Iran has been suspected of launching a drone strike on a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates after a fire broke out at the site on Sunday.
Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to the blaze, caused by a drone strike on an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region, the Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Sunday.
Responsibility for the attack has not been claimed however Abu Dhabi has blamed Iran.
The UAE has also accused the regime of launching several drone strikes in recent days as tensions have risen over the Strait of Hormuz.
No injuries have been reported, radiological safety levels were unaffected and the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation said the plant’s essential systems are operating normally.
The statement did not say who was to blame for the suspected drone attack.
The UAE has faced repeated missile and drone attacks during the Israel-US-Iran conflict, including incidents authorities said originated from Iran and targeted energy and maritime infrastructure.
The Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region was hit by a drone on Sunday
The International Atomic Energy Agency said it has been informed that radiation levels at the site remain normal.
‘The IAEA is following the situation closely and is in constant contact with the UAE authorities, ready to provide assistance if needed,’ the nuclear watchdog said.
The attack comes after the UAE said its defence ties are a ‘purely a sovereign matter’ following claims by Iran that Abu Dhabi’s links to the US threatened the Islamic Republic’s security.
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