Geopolitical tensions threaten Middle East stability. Despite a declared two-week US-Iran ceasefire, missile alerts continue across Israel, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait. A gas processing facility in Abu Dhabi caught fire following Iranian strikes, signaling the fragile nature of the truce. Iran's Revolutionary Guard maintains operational control independent of political leadership, raising questions about whether field commanders will honor the ceasefire agreement. Analysts note that last-minute attacks are common in Middle Eastern conflicts as combatants attempt to claim victory domestically. The ongoing military activity undermines confidence in diplomatic negotiations planned for Islamabad and threatens regional economic stability and energy security.
