In Abu Dhabi, on Sunday, May 17, a fire ignited near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant after a drone strike.

According to Ukrinform, city authorities stated this on social media platform X.

The fire occurred at a power generator outside the inner perimeter of the plant in the Al Dhafra region and was caused by a drone strike.

Authorities said no casualties have been reported and that the incident did not affect radiological safety.

Officials stated that "precautionary measures" were taken.