Kuwait Cabinet urges public to follow official guidance, avoid rumors
Kuwait’s Cabinet urged citizens and residents to adhere to the calls issued by the Ministries of Defense and Interior, the National Guard, and the Fire Force, urging the public not to circulate images or videos from targeted sites and avoid spreading rumors.
This came during the cabinet’s meeting Tuesday under the chairmanship of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Following the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Shereeda Al-Maousherji stated the following: At the outset of the meeting, the Cabinet was briefed on the contents of a written message received by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah from King Charles III, affirming the United Kingdom’s support for Kuwait amid current developments resulting from Iranian attacks, and its commitment to Kuwait’s security, safety, and sovereignty.
The Cabinet was also informed of a phone call received by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The Cabinet was also informed of a phone call received by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. During the call, the Crown Prince conveyed the Amir’s appreciation for the supportive message, which reflects the depth of bilateral relations.
The UK prime minister reaffirmed his country’s strong condemnation of repeated Iranian attacks and reiterated full solidarity with Kuwait, while discussing arrangements for the deployment of British air defense systems in Kuwait and stressing the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Cabinet also listened to a briefing by Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah on the latest regional developments and ongoing military situation considering Iranian attacks on Kuwait. He also presented the outcomes of his recent field inspection tour of Kuwaiti Armed Forces units, highlighting readiness and combat preparedness, and commending personnel for their vigilance and dedication.
The Cabinet strongly condemned the targeting of a residential area in northern Kuwait early Monday by hostile drones, which resulted in six injuries reported in stable condition, as well as material damage. It also condemned attacks on electricity and water facilities, the Ministries Complex building, and a refinery belonging to Kuwait National Petroleum Company, which caused significant damage and fires in several operational units.
The Cabinet expressed pride in the efforts of state institutions and personnel across military, security, and civil sectors, commending the Kuwait Armed Forces for maintaining national security and responding efficiently to threats since late February.
It also reviewed diplomatic efforts led by Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Kuwait’s missions abroad, including participation in an international ministerial meeting hosted by the UK on developments in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as official visits to Oman, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
The Cabinet further condemned attacks on the UAE embassy and the residence of its head of mission in Damascus, describing them as violations of international law and the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, and reaffirmed solidarity with the UAE.
On the education front, the Cabinet reviewed a briefing by Minister of Education Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei on online learning mechanisms to ensure continuity of education, as well as contingency plans for final examinations. He also outlined an initiative to deliver second-semester textbooks directly to students’ homes across Kuwait.
