The UAE has reported that six drones were launched from Iraq over a 48-hour period, including an attack targeting the Barakah nuclear plant. Authorities stated that while the drone strike caused a fire near the plant, there were no injuries or radiation leaks.
The UAE indicated that Tehran-backed militias launched the drones, suggesting that these groups continue to target Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran. Iraq is home to several powerful Iranian-backed militia groups that have claimed attacks against "enemy bases in Iraq and the region" during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Following the incidents, the UAE urged Iraq to prevent all hostile acts from being launched from its territory.