Defence Minister attends opening of Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial in Washington

- Memorial honours sacrifices of coalition forces in liberating Kuwait and reflects longstanding ties between Kuwait and the United States of America
Kuwait’s Minister of Defence Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, accompanied by Kuwait’s Ambassador to the United States H.E. Sheikha Al-Zain Sabah Al-Sabah, attended the inauguration ceremony of a memorial dedicated to Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in Washington.
During the ceremony, Sheikh Abdullah was briefed on the historical significance of the memorial, which commemorates the sacrifices of the international coalition forces led by the United States and their role in the liberation of Kuwait in 1991.
The minister recalled the sacrifices and heroism of the forces that participated in the operations, describing the memorial as a lasting reminder of international solidarity and cooperation. He also highlighted the importance of preserving this historical legacy and passing its significance on to future generations.

The memorial further reflects the depth of the longstanding relationship and close ties between Kuwait and the United States, underscoring the significance of their shared history during the operations that led to Kuwait’s liberation.















