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UAE Nuclear Plant Drone Attack Sparks Regional Tensions

A drone attack near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates prompted condemnations from several nations and accusations against Iran. The incident raised fears of regional escalation and contributed to a rise in oil prices.

17 May, 15:01 — 18 May, 09:31
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ReutersVery High55d ago

Oil rises more than 1% after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant - Reuters

Oil rises more than 1% after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant  Reuters

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BBCHigh56d ago

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".

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The GuardianMostly Factual56d ago

Sons of jailed Saudi scholars urge Cambridge to drop plans to train Riyadh’s defence staff

Exclusive: Families of men facing death penalty add to internal opposition to seeking deal with defence ministry The families of two scholars facing the death penalty in Saudi Arabia have appealed to the University of Cambridge to drop proposals to run staff training courses for Riyadh’s defence ministry. The Guardian revealed last week that Cambridge’s Judge business school has been authorised to offer “leadership development” and “innovation management” training for the Saudi defence minist...

By Richard Adams and Wilf Vall

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NPRHigh55d ago

Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war

A drone strike sparked a fire on the edge of the United Arab Emirates' sole nuclear power plant on Sunday in what authorities called an "unprovoked terrorist attack."

By The Associated Press

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual55d ago

Iran war live: Trump threatens Tehran; Saudi, UAE report drone attacks

Peace talks remain deadlocked as drones hit sites in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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SCMPMostly Factual55d ago

UAE ditches oil for AI to build a ‘bridge’ to Global South

No country on Earth has adopted artificial intelligence faster than the United Arab Emirates – and the Middle Eastern cultural crossroad’s ambitions to become an AI bridge to the Global South just got another major leg up with the delivery of the latest, cutting-edge US-designed chips. But those ambitions are taking shape in a hostile environment. Amid the US-Israel war on Iran, Tehran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps has repeatedly taken aim at major Emirati data centres, developed in...

By Tom Hussain

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France 24High55d ago

Middle East war live: Drone strikes on UAE and Saudi Arabia fuel escalation fears

A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials there said on Sunday, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as US President Donald Trump warned that Iran must act "fast" after efforts to end the US-Israeli war with Iran appeared to have stalled. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

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The IndependentMostly Factual55d ago

Iran-US war latest: Trump warns Tehran ‘clock is ticking’ after phone call with Netanyahu

A drone strike has sparked a ⁠fire at an electrical generator at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi

By Alisha Rahaman Sarkar

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YahooMostly Factual55d ago

Netanyahu 'blunder' threatens US-backed Israel-UAE alliance at critical moment with Iran: analyst

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual55d ago

UAE nuclear plant strike revives India-Pak red line: What 1988 pact says

A drone attack on the UAE's Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, the Arab world's sole operational nuclear facility, has sparked global concern. While authorities assure no radioactive leak, the incident highlights vulnerabilities in nuclear infrastructure. India condemned the strike as a dangerous escalation, urging restraint and dialogue amidst escalating regional tensions.

By TOI NEWS DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual55d ago

'Dangerous escalation': India condemns drone strike near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, urges restraint

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs urged all sides to exercise restraint and return to dialogue and diplomacy to prevent further tensions.

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual55d ago

CENTCOM regional cooperation stopped 6,000 drones, 1,500 ballistic missiles in Iran war - analysis

Iran targeted numerous countries in the region, including the UAE, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, and Iraq.

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DawnMostly Factual55d ago

Pakistan condemns drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant

The Foreign Office (FO) on Monday strongly condemned the drone attack on the United Arab Emirates’ nuclear power plant, saying that “such reckless actions carry potentially catastrophic and irreversible consequences for human life, the environment and regional as well as global peace and security”. A day ago, a drone strike had triggered a fire near Barakh Nuclear Power Plant in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, reporting no injuries or impact on radiation levels, according to the UAE’s defence minis...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

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ndtvMostly Factual55d ago

'Limited Patience': Iran Warns UAE Against 'Entangling In Israel's Schemes'

Tehran's threat came after a drone strike sparked a fire on the edge of the UAE's sole nuclear power plant on Sunday in what authorities called an "unprovoked terrorist attack".

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cyprus-mail55d ago

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials there said on Sunday, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iran must act “fast” after efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran appeared to have stalled. Emirati officials said […]

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual55d ago

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

A drone strike caused a fire at a ‌nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials there said on Sunday, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as US President Donald Trump warned that Iran must act "fast" after efforts to end the US-Israeli war with Iran appeared to have stalled. Emirati officials said they were investigating the source of the strike and that the UAE had the full right ‌to respond to such "terrorist attacks." A diplomatic adviser to the UAE president

By The Korea Herald

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RapplerMostly Factual55d ago

UAE, Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on 

Emirati officials say they are investigating the source of the strike and that the UAE has the full right to respond to such 'terrorist attacks'

By Reuters

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gulf-newsMixed55d ago

How Barakah Nuclear Power Plant made the UAE a global clean energy leader - Gulf News

How Barakah Nuclear Power Plant made the UAE a global clean energy leader  Gulf News

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national-uaeMixed56d ago

Drone strike causes fire at Barakah nuclear plant perimeter in Abu Dhabi - The National

Drone strike causes fire at Barakah nuclear plant perimeter in Abu Dhabi  The National

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express-tribuneMostly Factual55d ago

Dar, Qatari minister discuss evolving regional situation, stress dialogue amid US-Iran tensions

Minister of state for foreign affairs appreciates Pakistan's constructive role as Dar reaffirms commitment to peace

By Web Desk

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khaleej-timesMixed56d ago

Gulf countries, Egypt condemn attack near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant - Khaleej Times

Gulf countries, Egypt condemn attack near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant  Khaleej Times

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Premium TimesMostly Factual56d ago

Saudi Arabia confirms start of Dhul-Hijjah 1447, Eid al-Adha set for May 27

The announcement ushers in one of the most significant months in Islam. The post Saudi Arabia confirms start of Dhul-Hijjah 1447, Eid al-Adha set for May 27 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Mohammed Lere

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Daily Star BDMixed56d ago

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha on May 27 - The Daily Star

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha on May 27  The Daily Star

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punch-ngMostly Factual55d ago

Bauchi mourns as permanent secretary dies during 2026 Hajj

Bauchi State mourns the death of Permanent Secretary Shehu Yahaya Jalam, who passed away in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, during the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-mourns-as-permanent-secretary-dies-during-2026-hajj/

By Punch Newspapers

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vanguard-ngMixed56d ago

Saudi Arabia says has intercepted three drones from Iraq

Saudi Arabia said Sunday it had intercepted and destroyed three drones that had entered from Iraqi airspace. The post Saudi Arabia says has intercepted three drones from Iraq appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

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star-kenyaMixed56d ago

UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant - the-star.co.ke

UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant  the-star.co.ke

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myjoyonlineMixed55d ago

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said a drone strike had triggered a fire near its nuclear power station on Sunday, calling the incident a "dangerous escalation".

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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qatar-tribuneMixed56d ago

Qatar condemns attack on UAE with three drones, targeting Barakah nuclear power plant - Qatar Tribune

Qatar condemns attack on UAE with three drones, targeting Barakah nuclear power plant  Qatar Tribune

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The Guardian17 May, 15:01First to report

Sons of jailed Saudi scholars urge Cambridge to drop plans to train Riyadh’s defence staff

qatar-tribune17 May, 15:33

Qatar condemns attack on UAE with three drones, targeting Barakah nuclear power plant - Qatar Tribune

dhaka-tribune17 May, 16:15

Saudi Arabia announces Eid-ul-Azha date - Dhaka Tribune

national-uae17 May, 16:22

Drone strike causes fire at Barakah nuclear plant perimeter in Abu Dhabi - The National

Daily Star BD17 May, 16:24

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha on May 27 - The Daily Star

star-kenya17 May, 16:29

UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant - the-star.co.ke

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Ahram Online17 May, 18:31

UPDATED: Drone strike starts fire outside UAE nuclear plant - Region - World - Ahram Online

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khaleej-times17 May, 20:18

Gulf countries, Egypt condemn attack near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant - Khaleej Times

rudaw17 May, 20:42

Saudi Arabia says it intercepted drones entering from Iraq - rudaw.net

BBC17 May, 20:53

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

Premium Times17 May, 21:23

Saudi Arabia confirms start of Dhul-Hijjah 1447, Eid al-Adha set for May 27

vanguard-ng17 May, 21:49

Saudi Arabia says has intercepted three drones from Iraq

klix-ba17 May, 21:58

Saudijska Arabija presrela tri drona lansirana iz Iraka: "Zadržavamo pravo na odgovor"

saudi-gazette17 May, 22:02

Saudi Arabia strongly condemns attack on UAE's Barakah nuclear plant site - Saudi Gazette

aftonbladet17 May, 22:09

Drönare nedskjutna i Saudiarabien

svenska-dagbladet17 May, 22:09

Drönare nedskjutna i Saudiarabien

Reuters17 May, 22:13

Oil rises more than 1% after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant - Reuters

Yahoo17 May, 22:34

Netanyahu 'blunder' threatens US-backed Israel-UAE alliance at critical moment with Iran: analyst

myjoyonline17 May, 23:06

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

vg17 May, 23:26

Droneangrep mot atomkraftverk i De forente arabiske emirater

Al Jazeera18 May, 00:00

Iran war live: Trump threatens Tehran; Saudi, UAE report drone attacks

SCMP18 May, 00:00

UAE ditches oil for AI to build a ‘bridge’ to Global South

punch-ng18 May, 00:14

Bauchi mourns as permanent secretary dies during 2026 Hajj

Rappler18 May, 00:33

UAE, Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on 

iefimerida18 May, 01:15

Η Σαουδική Αραβία αναχαίτισε τρία drones που εισήλθαν από τον εναέριο χώρο του Ιράκ

Korea Herald18 May, 01:23

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

express-tribune18 May, 01:38

Dar, Qatari minister discuss evolving regional situation, stress dialogue amid US-Iran tensions

France 2418 May, 01:41

Middle East war live: Drone strikes on UAE and Saudi Arabia fuel escalation fears

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tempo-english18 May, 02:44

Netanyahu's 'Secret Visit' Sparks Tension With UAE - Tempo.co English

rzeczpospolita18 May, 03:08

Ropa najdroższa od dwóch tygodni po atakach na ZEA i Arabię Saudyjską. Donald Trump grozi

die-presse18 May, 03:09

Golfstaaten und Saudiarabien: Ein Schulterschluss und Pipelines gegen den Iran [premium]

The Independent18 May, 03:09

Iran-US war latest: Trump warns Tehran ‘clock is ticking’ after phone call with Netanyahu

hindustan-times18 May, 03:30

'Dangerous escalation': India condemns drone strike near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, urges restraint

channel-news-asia18 May, 03:50

Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant

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cyprus-mail18 May, 05:11

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

ndtv18 May, 05:32

'Limited Patience': Iran Warns UAE Against 'Entangling In Israel's Schemes'

NPR18 May, 05:37

Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war

naftemporiki18 May, 05:47

Πετρέλαιο: Νέα άνοδος λόγω των ανησυχιών για κλιμάκωση της σύγκρουσης στη Μέση Ανατολή – Πάνω από τα 111 δολάρια το μπρεντ

tvn2418 May, 05:54

Ceny ropy w górę po atakach na elektrownię atomową

meta-mk18 May, 06:27

Емиратите го обвинија Иран за напад со дрон во близина на нуклеарна централа

balkan-web18 May, 06:45

Sulmi ndaj centraleve bërthamore në Emiratet e Bashkuara rrit rrezikun për rikthimin e luftës, Trump zhvilloi mbledhje urgjente me ekipin e sigurisë për situatën në Iran

Times of India18 May, 06:58

UAE nuclear plant strike revives India-Pak red line: What 1988 pact says

gulf-news18 May, 07:01

How Barakah Nuclear Power Plant made the UAE a global clean energy leader - Gulf News

Dawn18 May, 07:31

Pakistan condemns drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant

indian-express18 May, 08:05

India flags UAE nuclear plant drone strike as ‘dangerous escalation’ amid West Asia tensions

la-vanguardia18 May, 08:33

Trump presiona a Irán mientras Arabia Saudí y Emiratos Árabes denuncian ataques

newsbeast18 May, 09:06

Αναταραχή στις αγορές και φόβοι γενικευμένης σύρραξης – Προειδοποιήσεις από το Ιράν και πιέσεις στο εσωτερικό των ΗΠΑ

jerusalem-post18 May, 09:31Latest update

CENTCOM regional cooperation stopped 6,000 drones, 1,500 ballistic missiles in Iran war - analysis