UAE condemns terrorist drone attacks launched from Iraq

May 20, 2026 / 6:35 PM

Sharjah24-WAM: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the unprovoked terrorist drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory, including an attack on Sunday that targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant and struck an electricity generator outside the plant's inner perimeter.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the UAE’s strong condemnation and categorical rejection of the heinous terrorist attacks launched from Iraqi territory against critical civilian institutions across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, in flagrant violation of their sovereignty and airspace, and in clear breach of the principles of international law, international humanitarian law, and the Charter of the United Nations.

The Ministry underscored the importance of the Iraqi government’s commitment to immediately and unconditionally halt and prevent all acts of aggression launched from its territory, emphasising the need to address these threats promptly and responsibly, in accordance with relevant international and regional laws and charters.

Furthermore, the Ministry emphasised the importance of Iraq fulfilling its role in strengthening security and stability in the region, thereby preserving its sovereignty and enhancing its standing as an active and responsible partner in the region.