IAEA expresses 'grave concern' over drone strike near UAE nuclear plant

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The UN atomic watchdog, the IAEA, has expressed “grave concern” over a drone strike near a United Arab Emirates nuclear plant that triggered a fire, though it said that radiation levels remained normal, AFP reports.

The International Atomic Energy Agency on X said its head, Rafael Grossi, voiced the concern and added: “Military activity that threatens nuclear safety is unacceptable.”

“The IAEA has been informed by the UAE that radiation levels at the Barakah NPP (nuclear power plant) remain normal and no injuries were reported,” the agency said.

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