The UAE condemns the terrorist attack on “Barakah,” which was carried out by a drone originating from Iraq. The UAE expressed its strong denunciation of these attacks targeting civilian facilities. This act represents a threat to regional security and underscores the necessity of combating terrorism in all its forms.
UAE Condemnations of Terrorist Attacks
The UAE strongly condemned the treacherous terrorist attacks carried out by drones launched from Iraqi territory. Last Sunday, the Barakah nuclear power plant was subjected to one of these attacks, which struck an electricity generator outside the internal perimeter of the facility.
UAE’s Rejection of Repeated Attacks
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, expressed the UAE’s absolute condemnation of these attacks. It stated that these assaults represent a blatant violation of the sovereignty and airspace of the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council. They also constitute a clear breach of international and humanitarian laws and the United Nations Charter.
Calls for International Cooperation
The ministry emphasized the need for the Government of the Republic of Iraq to take urgent measures to prevent any hostile actions emanating from its territory, highlighting the importance of international cooperation to address these threats in a legal and organized manner. It stressed the necessity of responsible handling of these situations to ensure they do not recur.
Strengthening Regional Security
The ministry also affirmed the importance of Iraq’s role in enhancing security and stability in the region. This is part of its responsibilities as an active contributor in its regional context, strengthening its position with other powers to ensure peace and mutual prosperity.
The UAE continues to closely monitor these developments and reaffirms its commitment to securing the region against all forms of terrorism. This comes as it seeks to enhance cooperation among countries with shared interests to counter threats to peace and security.