May 18, 2026, 11:32 AM
Drone strikes targeted the Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, raising alarm over regional security and energy stability. UAE officials confirmed damage to auxiliary facilities but insisted reactor safety systems remain intact. The attack comes as both Washington and Tehran signal readiness to resume full-scale hostilities, with President Donald Trump warning Iran of “swift retaliation” and Iranian commanders vowing to resist until sanctions are lifted.
The incident underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in the Gulf and highlights the escalating risk of asymmetric warfare. Analysts warn that strikes on nuclear facilities mark a dangerous escalation, potentially drawing in wider regional actors and destabilizing global energy markets. The timing—amid stalled ceasefire talks and continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—suggests both sides are preparing for renewed confrontation.
(Source – apnews)
—Agencies
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