A damaged residential building in Muharraq Governorate, Bahrain, on June 28, 2026.

US-Iran truce faces toughest test: Why it matters

Military action on multiple fronts raises fresh doubts over the ceasefire

Kuwait Emir, Rubio hold talks on Mideast developments

Leaders review Middle East crises, pledge closer political and security coordination

This hand out photo provided by the Kuwait's news agency KUNA on June 24, 2026 shows the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah (R) receiving the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Bayan Palace in Kuwait City.

US Embassy in Kuwait resumes operations

US State Department says consular services to restart gradually

The US Embassy in Kuwait has announced the resumption of normal operations after a temporary months-long suspension prompted by security concerns linked to Iranian attacks in the region.

One dead, two injured in Kuwait apartment fire

Firefighters contain blaze in residential building as probe gets under way

One dead, two injured in apartment fire in Kuwait's Farwaniya district

EX-MP jailed for 3 years over fund misappropriation

Final ruling overturns earlier acquittals in fund misappropriation case

The ruling overturned earlier acquittals issued by both the lower court. The court convicted the two men of embezzling public funds, while acquitting them of money laundering charges involving around KD151,000.

Five convicted murderers executed in Kuwait

Three Kuwaitis, an Egyptian and a stateless resident executed by hanging

Three Kuwaitis, an Egyptian and a stateless resident have been executed by hanging after being convicted of murder and other serious crimes.

Four fugitives convicted in public fund arrested

Three men, a woman detained following extensive investigations

the suspects, including Three men and one woman have been arrested after being convicted in cases involving the misappropriation of public funds and causing serious damage to state finances, with losses estimated at about $180 million.

Kuwaiti student killed in North Carolina attack

Authorities say victim was attacked while sitting in his vehicle in Charlotte

The victim, identified as Saeed Ali Al Tabtabai, 27, was found suffering from multiple stab wounds inside his vehicle on 10 June.

Kuwait Airways launches four summer destinations

Vienna, Sarajevo, Trabzon and Salalah added to network amid strong seasonal demand

Kuwait Airways has added Vienna, Sarajevo, Trabzon and Salalah to its network as part of its Summer 2026 operating plan.

Sheikh Talal Al Khaled jailed for three years

Final ruling combines penalties from two public spending cases

The court ordered the sentences in the two cases to be merged, meaning the final enforceable prison term will be three years.

Kuwait introduces new maritime law to enhance safety

Law sets licensing, safety and security standards for Kuwait’s marine sector

New regulations tighten control over maritime facilities and floating units

Kuwait Terminal 4 resumes select international flights

Passengers urged to confirm schedules as flights gradually restart

Move aims to ensure safe, efficient operations for returning airlines

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