UAE urges Iraq to prevent attacks from its territory 'immediately'

The UAE demanded on Wednesday that Iraq "immediately" prevent further attacks from its territory, after the Emirates accused Baghdad of allowing a drone strike on its only nuclear power plant.

The foreign ministry called on Iraq to act "urgently and without conditions," citing the need to address threats "promptly, immediately, and responsibly."

Where did the drones targeting the Barakah nuclear power plant come from?

The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed that all three drones involved in the May 17 attack on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant originated from Iraqi territory.

Technical tracking and monitoring verified their origin. Drones intercepted in the hours that followed were also traced back to Iraq, where Iranian-backed groups have carried out multiple attacks since the Middle East war began.

What happened during the attack on the Barakah nuclear plant?

Three UAVs targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant on May 17. Air defenses intercepted two of them, but a third struck an electricity generator located outside the plant's inner perimeter, triggering a fire.

No injuries or radiation leak were reported, and the ministry said the drones were neutralized "with the highest levels of readiness and efficiency."

What did the UAE say about protecting its sovereignty?

The UAE said it reserved its full right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and national security, in line with international law and conventions.

The armed forces, the ministry added, remain fully prepared to confront any threats targeting the country's security and national assets. No specific retaliatory action was announced.