Drone strike sparks fire on the edge of the UAE’s nuclear power plant in latest blow to Iran truce

DUBAI, (AP) — A drone strike has targeted the United Arab Emirates’ sole nuclear power plant, sparking a fire on its perimeter. There were no reports of injuries or radiological release. But the incident on Sunday highlighted the risk of renewed war as the Iran ceasefire remains tenuous. No one immediately claimed responsibility, and the UAE did not blame anyone. It has however accused Iran of launching multiple drone and missile attacks in recent days. Tensions have risen over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital energy waterway that Iran still has in a chokehold. The United States is blockading Iranian ports and diplomatic efforts aimed at a more durable peace have repeatedly faltered.