A drone attack targeted the Barakah nuclear power plant located in the Al-Dhafra region of the United Arab Emirates, causing a fire in an electrical generator. According to a post by the Abu Dhabi Media Office on X, the fire occurred outside the plant’s internal security perimeter.

Authorities confirmed that there were no casualties and that the incident did not affect nuclear or radiological safety levels. The Barakah nuclear power plant is regarded as one of the most significant energy facilities in the Middle East. Following the incident, security measures at the site have reportedly been strengthened.

The report did not specify who was responsible for the drone attack or the extent of the damage beyond the generator fire.