Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reported violations of a two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, which was announced on April 8. Iran has accused the US of attacking an oil refinery on the island of Lavan, prompting retaliatory strikes against Gulf nations.
In a post on X, Sharif stated, “Violations of the ceasefire have been recorded in multiple locations across the conflict zone, undermining the spirit of the peace process. I sincerely urge all parties to exercise restraint and adhere to the ceasefire for the next two weeks as agreed, allowing diplomacy to play a leading role in resolving the conflict.”
According to reports from Al Jazeera and the Financial Times, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia have all reported attacks on their territories.
In the UAE, air defense systems intercepted 17 ballistic missiles and 35 drones. Debris from these attacks caused a fire at the Habshan gas complex in Abu Dhabi, temporarily halting operations and injuring three individuals.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior reported significant damage to several critical facilities, including those of the Kuwait Oil Corporation and the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources, following the attack. The military stated that 28 drones were intercepted during the incident.
Qatar’s Ministry of Defense confirmed that the country was targeted by seven ballistic missiles and several drones launched from Iran, all of which were successfully intercepted.
In Bahrain, debris from the attacks damaged homes in the Sitra area, injuring two citizens.
Reports indicate that in Saudi Arabia, Iran targeted a crucial pumping station on the East-West pipeline, vital for oil exports bypassing the blocked Strait of Hormuz. Sources revealed that the attack was carried out by a drone, although it is hoped that the operation of the pipeline will not be significantly affected due to backup facilities.
Saudi Aramco, which operates the pipeline, declined to comment on the situation. The Saudi Ministry of Defense reported the interception of nine drones in recent hours but did not provide details on their locations or targets.
Iranian state television confirmed the operations, labeling them a “response to the bombing of Iranian oil facilities.” Just hours after the ceasefire announcement on April 8, Iran accused the US of attacking its oil refinery on Lavan Island, stating that it had retaliated with strikes on Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE.
Previously, US President Donald Trump had announced a two-week pause in bombings against Iran, stating that the ceasefire would be mutual and that Iran’s ten-point proposal was an acceptable basis for negotiations.
On April 8, Trump described the ceasefire as a “great day for peace worldwide,” emphasizing that Iran’s desire for peace could lead to significant global economic changes.
The ten-day ultimatum set by Trump for Iran to cease attacks on energy facilities expired on the evening of April 6. However, due to a lack of progress in negotiations, he extended the deadline by 20 hours to the evening of April 7.
Axios reported that the US, Iran, and a group of regional mediators are discussing terms for a 45-day ceasefire, which could pave the way for ending the war.
As tensions escalate, the situation remains fluid, with military operations and diplomatic efforts continuing to unfold.
Recent violations of a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran have led to escalating tensions in the Gulf region, with multiple countries reporting attacks. The situation is developing, with diplomatic efforts ongoing to restore peace.