Iran Signals Threat To Gulf Power Plants, UAE Nuclear Site Named

Iran has issued what appears to be an indirect threat targeting key power infrastructure across the Middle East, according to reports by the semiofficial Fars news agency, which is closely aligned with the country’s Revolutionary Guard. The report listed several facilities, including desalination plants and energy sites across Gulf nations.

Among the sites named was the United Arab Emirates’ Barakah nuclear power plant, located in the western desert near the Saudi border. The judiciary-linked Mizan news agency also published the same list, reinforcing concerns about Tehran’s messaging.

Iran's retaliation target list if the U.S. attacks Iranian powerplants:

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
Ras Al-Khair Desalination Plant
Al-Shuaiba Power & Water Plant

🇦🇪 UAE
Al-Taweelah Desalination Plant
Barakah Nuclear Power Plant

🇰🇼 Kuwait
Al-Zour Desalination Complex
North Al-Zour Power… pic.twitter.com/kSrcbGaGHt

— Globe Observer (@_GlobeObserver) March 23, 2026

According to the reports, the move raises alarm over the vulnerability of critical infrastructure that supports both electricity and drinking water in the region. Many Gulf countries rely heavily on desalination plants integrated with power systems.

The development comes as U.S. President Donald Trump’s 48-hour deadline approaches, intensifying tensions. The ongoing conflict has already disrupted global energy markets, with fuel prices rising sharply.

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