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UAE says mystery drones targeting nuclear plant came from Iraq

The UAE said drones that struck its Barakah nuclear plant last week were launched from Iraq, indicating Tehran-backed militias have continued targeting Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran.

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UAE says mystery drones targeting nuclear plant came from IraqThe UAE said drones that struck its Barakah nuclear plant last week were launched from Iraq, indicating Tehran-backed militias have continued targeting Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran.
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