Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates' nuclear regulator announced that there was no release of radioactive material following a drone strike near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant. The incident has been confirmed to pose no risk to the public or the environment.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) stated that the safety of the plant and the readiness of its essential systems were not affected by the incident. The authority assured that radiological safety levels remain within normal ranges, and there have been no injuries reported.

The announcement followed a statement from the Abu Dhabi Media Office, which detailed that authorities responded to a fire at an electrical generator outside the plant's inner perimeter in the Al Dhafra Region. The fire was attributed to a drone strike, though the source of the drone was not identified. The media office confirmed that no injuries occurred and all precautionary measures had been implemented.

The drone strike occurs against a backdrop of heightened regional tensions. In February, the United States and Israel initiated strikes against Iran, prompting retaliatory actions from Tehran, including targeting Israel and US allies in the Gulf region, such as the UAE. These events also led to the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

A ceasefire was achieved on April 8 through mediation by Pakistan, but discussions in Islamabad did not yield a permanent resolution. Despite this, US President Donald Trump later extended the truce indefinitely, aiming to stabilize the region.