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UAE claims Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq attacked nuclear power plant

The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday alleged that Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq attacked one of its nuclear power plants. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins with more.

Published May 19, 2026, 10:39 PM

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UAE claims Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq attacked nuclear power plant

The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday alleged that Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq attacked one of its nuclear power plants. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins with more.

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UAE claims Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq attacked nuclear power plant

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