UAE blames Iraq-based militias for drone strikes on Barakah nuclear plant
Tehran-backed groups launched attack on Gulf energy infrastructure, UAE officials say, in escalating regional tensions.
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The United Arab Emirates has attributed drone strikes on its Barakah nuclear plant last week to militias operating from Iraqi territory, according to Euronews.
UAE officials said the attack was launched by Tehran-backed militias targeting Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran. The Barakah plant is among the UAE's critical energy assets, and the incident marks a continuation of regional proxy attacks.
The attribution to Iraq-based groups reflects broader tensions between Iran and Gulf states over nuclear facilities and energy infrastructure. The incident underscores ongoing vulnerability of strategic regional assets to drone attacks by Iranian-aligned forces. UAE officials did not specify casualty figures or damage assessments from the strike.