Abu dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, engaged in discussions with Rafael Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), regarding the repercussions of recent attacks on the UAE.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting focused on the unprovoked terrorist attacks by Iran on civilian sites in the UAE through the use of missiles and drones. These acts have raised concerns about regional security and stability, affecting international maritime navigation, energy supplies, and the global economy.
The discussions also highlighted the terrorist drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory targeting the UAE, specifically an attack aimed at the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the Al Dhafra region. This attack hit an electricity generator situated outside the plant's inner perimeter, though no casualties were reported, and radiation safety levels remained unaffected, as stated by the Emirates News Agency (WAM).
HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed strongly condemned the attack, labeling it a serious breach of international law. He emphasized the necessity of protecting civilian facilities and critical infrastructure while adhering to international law's rules and principles.
The meeting further explored the longstanding cooperation between the UAE and the IAEA, focusing on strengthening collaboration to support the peaceful use of nuclear energy while maintaining the highest standards of safety, security, and non-proliferation.
HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to enhancing its partnership with the IAEA, supporting its vital role in promoting nuclear safety and security regionally and internationally.
Rafael Grossi commended the UAE's cooperation with the IAEA and its commitment to transparency and high standards of nuclear safety and security. He highlighted the critical need to protect civilian nuclear facilities from hostile acts to ensure international security and stability.