UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain report attacks despite Iran-US ceasefire

Al Jazeera National SecurityNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffApril 8, 2026 at 12:43 PM

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Shortly after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire, the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain reported missile and drone attacks. The UAE stated its air defenses were actively intercepting incoming missiles and drones originating from Iran. Kuwait reported its army intercepted Iranian drones targeting vital oil facilities, power stations, and water desalination plants, resulting in infrastructure damage. Bahrain's Ministry of Interior reported injuries and property damage from shrapnel due to intercepted Iranian drones. The attacks occurred hours after the ceasefire announcement, raising questions about the stability of the agreement.

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Kuwaiti armed forces intercepted a large number of drones, some of which targeted vital oil installations and power stations.

factual — Kuwait’s Defence Ministry100% confidence

Bahrain reported alleged Iranian attacks, which injured two people.

factual — Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior100% confidence

Kuwait's air defenses were intercepting a wave of Iranian drones launched since 8am (05:00 GMT).

factual — Kuwaiti army100% confidence

UAE air defenses are actively engaging incoming missiles and drones from Iran.

factual — UAE’s Defence Ministry100% confidence

Several Gulf nations reported missile and drone attacks after a US-Iran ceasefire announcement.

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Pakistan 30% Gulf Cooperation Council 40% Bahrain ×270% Kuwait ×380% United States ×385% United Arab Emirates ×390% Iran ×895%

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attacks 90% ceasefire 80% drone attacks 70% missile attacks 70% air defenses 60% unmanned aerial vehicles 50% cruise missiles 50% ballistic missiles 50% power stations 40% oil facilities 40%