Amir calls to safeguard Kuwait
HH the Amir, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on Tuesday visited the headquarters of the Ministry of Interior and Kuwait Fire Force. There, he reaffirmed his support for security and emergency personnel, emphasizing vigilance, modernization, and the protection of society.
During his visit to the interior ministry headquarters, HH the Amir, accompanied by HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah, addressed Minister of Defense and Acting Minister of Interior Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Interior Ministry Undersecretary Lt Gen Sheikh Salem Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and ministry personnel. He urged them to remain vigilant, uphold the law without exception, and combat drug trafficking with utmost firmness to protect the nation’s youth and families. He also stressed the importance of upgrading security operations, enhancing personnel efficiency through training, and integrating modern technologies.
HH the Amir called for advancing public trust in the interior ministry, protecting human rights, and ensuring justice and equality in law enforcement. He emphasized the need to implement the new traffic law to reduce accidents and enhance road safety. Commending interior ministry personnel for their pivotal role in safeguarding national security, he praised their use of advanced biometric technology and digital transformation efforts, which streamline services. Additionally, he lauded the contributions of Kuwaiti women in the security sector, recognizing their professionalism and dedication. KUNA
Namaa Charity launches iftar meal project for families in North Gaza
Kuwait’s Namaa Charitable Society has launched a humanitarian initiative to provide 1,600 Iftar meals daily to families affected by the ongoing crisis in North Gaza. Namaa Charity CEO Saad Al-Otaibi reaffirmed the foundation’s unwavering commitment to supporting the people of Gaza, emphasizing that the project serves as a beacon of hope for those who have lost everything amidst the devastation.
Al-Otaibi highlighted that this initiative reflects Namaa’s mission to alleviate Palestinians' suffering, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, a time of mercy and solidarity. He underscored Kuwait’s longstanding role in spearheading humanitarian efforts for Palestine, in line with the directives of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Wafaa Foundation for Development and Capacity Building Marwan Hussain expressed profound gratitude to Kuwait’s leadership and people for their unwavering support and steadfast solidarity with the Palestinian people. — KUNA
Kuwait participates in 68th UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs session
The United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) convened its 68th session in Vienna on Monday to address key issues and challenges related to global drug control, with the participation of Kuwait. According to a statement by the UN Information Service in Vienna, the five-day session is chaired by India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Shimbu S Kumaran. The session opened with a speech by Executive Director of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Ghada Wali, who provided an overview of the latest global developments in the fight against narcotics.
Discussions will cover a range of topics, including international drug policies, the exchange of expertise among nations, scientific advancements in drug control, and progress in implementing international obligations. Representatives from member states, UN entities, intergovernmental organizations, civil society, and the scientific community will participate in dialogues and seminars, alongside over 180 side events and 30 exhibitions highlighting various aspects of drug control on a global scale.
Kuwait’s delegation to the session is led by the country’s Ambassador to Austria and Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna, Talal Al-Fassam. The delegation also includes Dr. Hussein Al-Shatti from the Ministry of Health, Colonel Abdullah Al-Rabeeah and Lieutenant Colonel Mahdi Al-Anzi from the Ministry of Interior, and Third Secretary of the Permanent Delegation to the UN in Vienna, Rehab Al-Farhan. — KUNA
Kuwait: A Popular Donation Campaign to Rebuild a Children's Hospital in Gaza
The Kuwait Society for Relief announced the launch of a popular fundraising campaign to rebuild the "Victory Hospital for Children" in the Gaza Strip, with a total cost of 10 million dollars. The campaign is set to continue until the goal is achieved.
Dr. Ibrahim Al-Saleh, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Society for Relief, stated in a statement to the Kuwaiti News Agency (KUNA) that the Victory Hospital for Children campaign is a grassroots effort in terms of mobilization, collection, and implementation, but it is sponsored by the Ministry of Social Affairs in Kuwait in cooperation with the Palestinian Ministry of Health and the Palestinian (Tomorrow Palestine) Association, under the supervision of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
He added that the campaign aims to provide the necessary financial resources to rebuild the (Victory Hospital for Children) in the Gaza Strip, which was destroyed by the Zionist occupation in November 2024, after more than 65 years of operation, during which it provided services to about 95,000 child patients annually in Gaza.
Al-Saleh confirmed that the new hospital will be constructed on an area of 10,000 square meters, which encompasses the entire built area of the hospital, and it is expected to provide services to more than 165,000 children annually, while approximately 350,000 people will benefit from its various services each year.
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Namaa Charity Launches Iftar Initiative in Northern Gaza and Yemen
Amid the harsh humanitarian conditions faced by the residents of Northern Gaza, Namaa Charity, under the Social Reform Association, has launched the "Iftar Tkiyahs" project to provide hot iftar meals to the neediest families amid the rubble and destruction, where hunger intensifies and needs exacerbate. The project aims to distribute 1,600 meals to those fasting.
Namaa Charity's Commitment to Gaza
The Executive Director of Namaa Charity, Saad Marzouq Al-Otaibi, stated: "During Ramadan, we do not leave any fasting person without iftar," stressing the institution's commitment to its humanitarian duty towards the people of Gaza. He highlighted that the Iftar Tkiyahs are intended to serve as tables of mercy that satisfy hunger and plant hope in weary hearts.
Al-Otaibi added: "In the streets of Gaza, where homes are demolished and where destruction embraces hunger, the Tkiyahs of Namaa Charity have become a ray of light amidst the darkness, extending a hand of giving to those who have lost everything and affirming that goodness does not perish."
He noted that this humanitarian initiative embodies the message of Namaa Charity in alleviating the suffering of our brothers in Gaza and standing by them during the month of mercy and forgiveness. Every day, hot Iftar meals are prepared and distributed to affected families, reflecting the spirit of Islamic solidarity and true brotherhood.
Support from the State of Kuwait
Al-Otaibi also emphasized that the State of Kuwait, both its leadership and its people, has always been at the forefront of supporting humanitarian efforts in Palestine, thanks to the directives of His Highness the Amir of the State, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Hamad Al-Sabah, who have made humanitarian work a steadfast path for Kuwait in supporting distressed brothers.
He concluded by saying, "Despite the severity of the circumstances, the Tkiyahs of Namaa Charity plant warmth in the hearts of the needy and affirm that Ramadan in Gaza is one of patience, benevolence, and unbroken generosity."
Gratitude from Wafa Foundation
For his part, Marwan Muheisen, Director of Wafa Foundation for Development and Capacity Building, expressed his deep gratitude to the State of Kuwait, its Amir, government, and people, for their continuous support to the people of Palestine and for their honorable positions in alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people. He indicated that the initiative of Namaa Charity's Tkiyahs is not merely an iftar table but a message of humanitarian solidarity that helps the hungry, consoles the afflicted, and restores hope to those burdened by calamities.
Muheisen added: "When crises become severe, a fasting person cannot wait to find their daily sustenance, which is why the Tkiyahs of Namaa Charity in Northern Gaza have become a gateway to goodness and a support for families who have lost their homes and now face their struggles alone."
He explained that the conditions in Gaza are tragic by all standards, with hundreds of families living without shelter and suffering from a shortage of food and clean drinking water. However, the charitable efforts of Kuwait remain a bright sign that dispels some of this darkness.
He praised the pioneering humanitarian role played by the State of Kuwait, stating: "What Kuwait provides to Palestine is not a fleeting support, but a moral and humanitarian commitment and a message of loyalty to a people still battling for their right to life and dignity."
He also noted the collaboration between Wafa Foundation and Namaa Charity, which manifests in reality through the provision of hot iftar meals to the people of Gaza, despite all logistical and security challenges, as Kuwaiti generosity always reaches where it is needed.
He concluded by saying: "We do not only feed the hungry but also restore some hope to them, assuring them that the nation has not forgotten them, and that goodness still pulses in the hearts of the benefactors."
The beneficiaries unanimously expressed a single message: "Thank you, Kuwait... thank you to every hand that reached out to us during these blessed days," affirming that "Kuwaiti generosity will always be etched in our hearts, just as the wounds of Gaza have been engraved in the memory of time."
Iftar Project in Yemen
In the context of its ongoing efforts to provide assistance to the most vulnerable groups, the Al-Namah Charity Organization of the Social Reform Association has announced the implementation of the Iftar Project for fasting individuals in Yemen, which is being carried out in partnership with several local humanitarian organizations. The aim is to distribute food baskets to the families in greatest need during the blessed month of Ramadan.
Support for Yemeni Brothers
In this regard, Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Kandari, the Deputy Executive President of Al-Namah Charity, stated: "The Iftar Project in Yemen comes as part of Al-Namah Charity's commitment to support our Yemeni brothers in light of the difficult circumstances they are facing. Through our distinguished partnerships with local charitable organizations, we work to deliver food assistance to the neediest families, ensuring that iftar reaches the tables of fasting individuals in various affected areas."
Al-Kandari added: "At Al-Namah Charity, we believe that effective humanitarian work relies on proper planning and fruitful collaboration. Therefore, we have ensured the implementation of this project in cooperation with trusted institutions in Yemen, which guarantees the effective and efficient delivery of aid to those who deserve it."
He concluded his remarks by saying, "We are determined to continue these humanitarian efforts and work to expand the scope of support, ensuring a sustainable positive impact in the lives of beneficiaries and enhancing their living stability during this blessed month."
Strategic Partnership with Hadhramout Human Development Foundation
For his part, Said Saad Al-Bahssini, Chairman of the Board at the Hadhramout Human Development Foundation, praised the strategic partnership between the Hadhramout Foundation and Al-Namah Charity, considering it a model for joint humanitarian work that achieves a direct impact on those in need.
Al-Bahssini stated that this fruitful cooperation reflects both parties' commitment to the values of solidarity and humanitarian support, as we strive together to deliver food assistance to the neediest Yemeni families, contributing to alleviating their suffering during the blessed month of Ramadan. He also noted that Al-Namah Charity's initiatives demonstrate its deep commitment to its humanitarian mission, and we appreciate its ongoing efforts to enhance human security for our people in Yemen.
Continuous Support from Kuwait
Al-Bahssini added: "We extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to the State of Kuwait, its leadership, and its people for their continued support for the Yemeni people. Kuwaiti charitable work is a fundamental pillar in supporting those in need around the world, especially in Yemen, where their generous hands have reached out to aid the distressed and alleviate the suffering of the afflicted in light of the difficult humanitarian challenges facing Yemen."
Al-Bahssini emphasized that these efforts come as part of a series of initiatives being implemented by Al-Namah Charity to support those in need in various regions of Yemen, as the foundation always seeks to provide humanitarian assistance in a way that achieves a sustainable positive impact on the lives of beneficiaries.
He concluded his remarks by stating, "The Ramadan relief campaign reaffirms Al-Namah Charity’s commitment to its humanitarian mission in promoting the values of solidarity and mutual support, as well as its prominent role in providing humanitarian assistance through its local and international partnerships, reflecting Kuwait’s leading global charitable vision."
