India, May 18 -- Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to a fire that broke out in an external electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region, following a reported drone strike-an incident that has heightened tensions across the region.

Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported and there was no impact on radiological safety levels, according to Gulf News. They added that all precautionary measures were immediately implemented.

Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, condemned the attack in a post on X, calling it a "dangerous escalation" and a "dark scene" that violates international laws and norms, while warning against threats to civilian lives and...