UAE says attack on Barakah nuclear plant a ‘red line’ as UN Security Council holds emergency session

UAE says attack on Barakah nuclear plant a ‘red line’ as UN Security Council holds emergency session

NEW YORK: The UAE warned the UN Security Council on Tuesday that attacks on peaceful nuclear facilities are a “red line,” after a drone strike near the Barakah nuclear power plant triggered an emergency meeting requested by Bahrain amid mounting regional tensions.

Addressing the UNSC, UAE Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab condemned the “unlawful, unprovoked terrorist attack,” and warned that failure by the international community to respond decisively could normalize assaults on civilian nuclear infrastructure.

“The attack on Barakah constitutes a dangerous escalation in an already volatile regional environment,” Abushahab told council members.

“Threats and attacks of this nature are a red line for the UAE, and we reserve our full and inherent right to protect our territory and population in accordance with international law.”