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RIYADH, March 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Kuwait’s military said on Sunday that its forces were intercepting a salvo of drones that breached the country’s airspace. The Ministry of Defense said air defense systems were responding to the incoming drones. Authorities said some civilian facilities sustained damage due to falling shrapnel and debris from intercepted aerial threats. No further details were immediately available.

RIYADH, March 7, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Kuwait said on Saturday it is reducing oil production as a precautionary measure amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Kuwait Petroleum Corporation attributed the decision to Iranian attacks targeting the country and security concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route through which roughly a fifth of global oil trade passes. The statement did not specify the volume of the production reduction. K

Crude oil depots, in Al Ahmadi, Kuwait, December 11, 2023. REUTERS/Nicolas Economou RIYADH, March 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Kuwait has begun reducing production at several oil fields after storage facilities reached capacity for unsold crude, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. The report said the country is also discussing further limits to oil production and refining activity, potentially reducing output to levels

Smoke rises from an explosion in the direction of Ali Al Salem Air Base in Al Jahra, Kuwait, in this screen grab obtained from social media video released on Friday. Reuters RIYADH, March 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Iran’s armed forces said they launched a new wave of drones targeting U.S. bases in Kuwait, according to a statement carried by the semi-official Iranian Students News Agency. The Iranian military said various types of army ground force drones had targe

Kuwait City, March 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait’s defence ministry said on Friday that 67 members of the Kuwaiti army have been injured since Iran launched strikes across Gulf countries hosting U.S. military bases. Defence ministry spokesperson Colonel Saud Al-Atwan said the injured soldiers are receiving medical care and are in stable condition, while two cases remain under medical observation. Kuwait’s air defences have intercepted multiple Iranian aerial t

Riyadh, March 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The United States has suspended operations at its embassy in Kuwait, becoming the second diplomatic mission to fully halt activities since the start of the Iran war. The U.S. Department of State said in a statement that the embassy in Kuwait City had suspended operations, emphasizing that the safety of Americans abroad remains its highest priority. “While there have been no reported injuries to U.S. personnel, the safety of

Kuwait City, March 2, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait’s army said two members of its naval force have been killed in the regional conflict in the Middle East. The army identified them as Sergeant Walid Majid Sulaiman and Sergeant Abdulaziz Abdulmohsen Dakhel Naser, saying they were “martyred” while carrying out their duty as part of national missions assigned to the armed forces. The army gave no details on the circumstances of the deaths.

A person parachutes in Al Jahra, Kuwait, in an image from social media video released on March 2, 2026. Social Media/via REUTERS Kuwait City, March 2, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwaiti air defences mistakenly shot down three U.S. F-15 fighter jets flying in Iran-related operations, the U.S. military said on Monday. All six aircrew ejected safely, were recovered and are in stable condition. The cause of the incident is under investigation.

Kuwait City, March 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait’s Ministry of Health reported one person killed and 20 wounded in new retaliatory attacks by Iran, according to the country’s state news agency. The ministry said none of the casualties were Kuwaiti citizens. A dozen people were injured in earlier attacks on Saturday. Kuwait’s army reported on Sunday that it had destroyed a number of ballistic missiles and drones launched at the Gulf country “since the start of

Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait has cancelled Taraweeh prayers until further notice following Iran’s retaliatory strikes on Saturday. The Kuwaiti Ministry of Islamic Affairs said Taraweeh prayers were cancelled in all mosques, with worship limited to the five daily prayers until further notice “in light of the latest developments in the country.” In the United Arab Emirates and Jordan, worshippers gathered in mosques on Saturday night. Footage

Smoke rises from a burning building hit by an Iranian drone strike, after Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran, in Seef district, Manama, Bahrain, on Saturday. Hamad I. Mohammed/Reuters iyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait will shift to remote learning from Sunday until further notice following Iran’s retaliatory strikes on Saturday. Kuwait’s education ministry said it will switch to distance learning and suspend in-person wo

A drone view of Kuwait City, February 28, 2026. REUTERS/Stephanie McGehee Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait’s civil aviation authority said a drone targeted Kuwait International Airport, wounding several employees and causing material damage. Abdullah Al-Rajhi, a spokesman for the civil aviation authority, said the damage is being assessed and repair work is ongoing. He said emergency measures are being taken and the situation is under control.

WAM Riyadh, February 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Aviation announced on Saturday it is closing the country’s airspace due to political and security developments in the region, Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) reported. “This is a precautionary decision aimed at preserving safety and security of passengers, airlines and operations in Kuwait International Airport from any possible dangers,” spokesman Abdullah Al-Rajhi told KUNA.

SPA Riyadh, February 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent congratulations to the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on Kuwait’s National Day. The Crown Prince wished Sheikh Meshal continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of Kuwait continued progress and prosperity.

SPA Riyadh, February 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud congratulated the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on Kuwait’s National Day. In his message, King Salman praised Saudi-Kuwaiti relations and said they would be strengthened, while wishing the Amir good health and happiness and Kuwait continued progress and prosperity.

SPA Munich, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Friday with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference 2026. The ministers reviewed bilateral relations, explored ways to strengthen cooperation, and discussed the latest regional developments. Advisor to the Saudi Foreign Minister Mohammad Alyahya attended the meeting.

WAM Riyadh, February 3, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department reported Kuwaiti real estate investment of 1.049 billion dirhams ($286 million) in Sharjah in 2025, alongside higher trading activity and a larger investor base. The figures were released during “UAE and Kuwait: Brothers Forever” week, highlighting the expansion of Kuwaiti participation in Sharjah’s property market. Kuwaiti nationals owned 5,660 properties in Sharjah, and K

SPA Riyadh, February 2, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah spoke by phone on Monday with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Prince Faisal congratulated Sheikh Jarrah on his appointment and wished him success. The call also addressed efforts to strengthen Saudi-Kuwaiti relations, expand bilateral cooperation and support joint Gulf initiatives. Regional issues of mutual interest were dis

A general view of Kuwait City buildings, Kuwait, December 23, 2024. REUTERS /Mohamed Abd El Ghany KUWAIT CITY, December 19, 2025 (SABN) – Kuwait will sign an agreement next week with China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) for work on the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port project, Public Works Minister Noura Al-Mashaan said on Thursday, adding that the prime minister will attend the ceremony with the Chinese side. The contract, cleared on Dec. 1 by Kuwait’s Central Agency for P