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IAEA expresses ‘grave concern’ over drone strike near UAE nuclear plant that triggered a fire
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleThe UN atomic watchdog, the IAEA, expresses “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.
The International Atomic Energy Agency on X says its head, Rafael Grossi, voiced the concern and adds: “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 says.
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