Amir sends Eid greetings

  The Amiri Diwan on Saturday conveyed the heartfelt greetings of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to citizens and residents on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, extending his best wishes for their continued health and well-being. On this auspicious occasion, the Amiri Diwan also extended congratulations to His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince, and His Highness the Prime Minister. Furthermore, the Diwan offered its best wishes to all Kuwaiti citizens and residents, praying for the nation’s continued security, stability, and prosperity under the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir.

Meanwhile, the Diwan of His Highness the Crown Prince relayed the Eid Al-Fitr greetings of His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The Diwan also conveyed His Highness the Crown Prince’s congratulations to the people of Kuwait, expressing hopes for further security, peace, and prosperity under the esteemed leadership of His Highness the Amir. — KUNA

Crown Prince attends Eid prayers

Top officials conduct inspections, celebrate Eid with the public

  During Eid Al-Fitr, several top Kuwaiti officials continued their work, demonstrating their dedication to public service even during the holiday. His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah shared the festive spirit with the public by attending Eid prayers at the Grand Mosque. He was accompanied by Acting Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, senior Sheikhs and top state officials.

Minister of Social Affairs and Family and Childhood Affairs Amthal Al-Huwailah also marked the occasion by visiting the Social Care Homes Complex, where she celebrated Eid with the elderly, children, and people with disabilities, distributing gifts in a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. Al-Huwailah reaffirmed the ministry’s dedication to improving services in social care homes while acknowledging the important work of the staff.

Meanwhile, other key ministers stayed on duty to oversee vital operations: Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef and Minister of Public Works Dr Noura Al-Mashaan reviewed modernization plans at the Abdali, Salmi, and Nuwaiseeb land border crossings; Minister of Electricity and Water Dr Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem conducted inspections to ensure the stability of the country’s electrical system; and Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah visited Commando Brigade (25), commending the brigade’s discipline and readiness in safeguarding the country.

Kuwaiti charities provide iftar meals in Palestine

  Kuwait’s Namaa Charity has implemented this year’s “Iftar Project” in partnership with several Palestinian organizations in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, benefiting more than 168,000 people. The project was carried out in collaboration with local organizations, including Salama Charity Association, Zakat Al-Daraj Committee, Al-Wiam Charity Association, Wafa for Development and Capacity Building, and Palestine Al-Ghad for Community Development. Iftar meals reached thousands of underprivileged families in the most impoverished areas of Palestine, including Jabalia Camp in Gaza and the cities of Jenin, Tulkarem, Qalqilya, and Nablus in the West Bank.

The initiative involved the distribution of more than 162,000 meals and 1,000 food baskets, benefiting over 168,000 people across different regions. The Head of Communications at Namaa Charity, Abdulaziz Al-Ibrahim, stated that this year’s Iftar Project was distinguished by an innovative approach through “Ramadan Tekiyas” — charity kitchens that provide fresh, hot meals directly to fasting individuals. He emphasized that this method ensures high-quality food reaches families in need, demonstrating the efficiency of Namaa Charity’s field teams, which operate within an integrated system to serve beneficiaries in the best possible way.

Al-Ibrahim explained that the project aligns with Namaa’s humanitarian relief efforts in cooperation with organizations accredited by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He added that the initiative was not just about providing meals but also about sending a message of support and hope to the people of Palestine. “This year, we ensured that the Iftar Project was more organized and impactful through our on-the-ground teams, who worked diligently to deliver meals to those most in need while maintaining the highest standards of quality and fair distribution,” Al-Ibrahim stated.

He praised the role of official Kuwaiti institutions, particularly the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Social Affairs, the Ministry of Information, and the Kuwait Air Force, in facilitating charitable and relief efforts. Their support, he noted, reflects Kuwait’s firm commitment to humanitarian causes, especially the Palestinian cause. Marwan Muhaisin, Director of Wafa for Development and Capacity Building, praised the fruitful cooperation with Namaa Charity, affirming that the Iftar Project was not just about providing food but also about “offering relief and support to families struggling with difficult living conditions.”

Muhaisin added, “Kuwait’s support, represented by its active charitable organizations, reflects the generosity of this noble nation, which always stands by its Palestinian brothers. We pray that God protects Kuwait, its Amir, its Crown Prince, and its people, and continues to bless them with prosperity and generosity.” Rami Al-Ashi, Director of the Zakat Al-Daraj Committee, also commended Kuwait’s leadership in humanitarian and charitable efforts, stating, “Kuwait has never hesitated to support the Palestinian cause in various fields, and its relief initiatives during the holy month of Ramadan are a testament to this unwavering commitment.”

Kuwait Society for Relief has also supported the implementation of a humanitarian charity project in Nablus, West Bank, which included distributing shopping vouchers and iftar meals, in collaboration with The Palestinian Solidarity Charity Association. Chairman of the Solidarity Charity Association, Alaa Maqbool, told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the project aims to provide continuous support to Palestinian families facing difficult conditions. He noted that 400 food baskets were distributed to these families during the holy month of Ramadan.

Maqbool added that the initiative also included the distribution of 1,193 food meals to orphaned families and humanitarian cases benefiting from the association’s services. He emphasized that the project reflects fruitful cooperation between charitable organizations and highlights the importance of humanitarian aid in improving the living conditions of those in need and providing assistance in times of hardship. Maqbool and members of the association’s administrative board expressed their deep gratitude to the State of Kuwait and the Kuwait Society for Relief, the project’s funding organization, for their continuous support of the Palestinian people. — KUNA

"Alhyat Charity": 103,000 beneficiaries from the Iftar project in 8 countries

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of Alhyat Charity, Abdullah Fahad Al-Sab'ee, extended his heartfelt congratulations to His Highness the Amir of the country, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, may God protect him, and to His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, may God protect him, as well as to the honorable Kuwaiti people and residents of this blessed land on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, praying that God returns it to Kuwait and the Arab and Islamic nations with goodness and blessings.

He added: "As we conclude the blessed month of Ramadan, we must thank the benevolent people of Kuwait, known for their generosity, who have supported the charitable and humanitarian projects launched by Alhyat Charity and its many sister charities throughout the holy month, especially the Iftar project. By the grace of God and thanks to the donations of kind benefactors, Alhyat Charity has distributed Iftar meals and Ramadan baskets within Kuwait and in several countries, particularly to our displaced families in Gaza. We are pleased to report that the total number of beneficiaries reached 103,733 from 8 countries.

He continued: "We are grateful for the overwhelming response of generous donors to the projects of Alhyat Charity during Ramadan, which included the blessed ten (days), orphan sponsorship, well drilling, mosque construction, provision of prosthetics, the seven enduring deeds, and cancer treatment for patients in Kuwait, as well as the Development Village in Niger, among other projects. May God reward them abundantly and accept from us and them our good deeds. The public is invited to follow the achievements of the charity and support its projects through its social media accounts and its website alhyat.org, or by contacting the hotline at 1844455."

SRS Extends Eid al-Fitr Greetings and Welcomes Well-wishers on the First Day.

The Board of Directors of the Social Reform  Society extends its warmest congratulations and best wishes to His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, may God protect him, and to His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, may God protect him, and to the honorable Kuwaiti people, and to all Muslims around the world on the occasion of the approaching Eid al-Fitr, asking God to bring it back to the Arab and Islamic nations with goodness, prosperity, and blessings, to relieve the suffering of the people of Gaza, grant them victory over their enemies, and protect Kuwait and all Muslim lands from any harm or evil.

In this regard, Abdul Rahman Abdullah Al-Shatti, the Director of Public Relations at the Social Reform  Society, stated that a reception for well-wishers will be held on the first day of Eid al-Fitr at the association's headquarters in the Al-Rawda area between Maghrib and Isha prayers.

Al-Shatti pointed out the success of the activities and programs of the Social Reform  Society during the holy month, which included da'wah (invitation to Islam), social, and charitable activities organized by different sectors and branches of the association for all segments of society. Notably, Ramadan centers were established in collaboration between the Da'wah and Religious Education Sector of the association and the Ministry of Islamic Affairs at 40 mosques, including 6 main centers spread across the six governorates of Kuwait. These centers revived the nights of the holy month through lessons, daily lectures, distributing gifts to participants, hosting distinguished readers and memorizers for Tarawih and Qiyam prayers, and holding various types of Qur'anic circles for memorization, recitation, and correction of recitation, as well as establishing the annual I'tikaf (spiritual retreat), in addition to the charitable and humanitarian campaign for the Namaa charitable projects during the month of Ramadan, particularly supporting our people in Gaza, caring for orphans, providing water, and implementing the Iftar project for fasting individuals inside and outside Kuwait, among other projects.

Al-Shatti expressed his gratitude and appreciation to all the teams and partners who contributed to this achievement, asking God for acceptance, guidance, and success for all. He also implored God to grant victory to the people of Gaza and all Muslims around the world.

  General Secretariat of Endowments Donates One Million Kuwaiti Dinars to Pay off the Debts of Indebted

The acting Secretary-General of the General Secretariat of Endowments, Nasser Muhammad Al-Hamad, announced the donation of one million Kuwaiti dinars from the General Secretariat of Endowments for the benefit of the third national campaign to pay off the debts of the indebted, organized by the Ministry of Social Affairs.

Al-Hamad added that this campaign came based on the directives of His Highness the Amir of the country, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, may God protect him, and as a continuation of the country's approach to supporting distressed citizens. He highlighted the General Secretariat of Endowments' commitment to cooperate with the Ministry of Social Affairs in applying the legal conditions and the conditions of the endowers through clear controls and standards that ensure the donation reaches the largest number of eligible recipients.

Al-Hamad confirmed that the donation to the campaign falls within the framework of the General Secretariat of Endowments' role in community development and supporting those in need according to the legal guidelines permissible for spending in this area, as it holds great merit and reward in alleviating the suffering of the indebted individuals who are struggling with debts they cannot repay.

Al-Hamad concluded his statement by saying that the General Secretariat of Endowments will spare no effort in fulfilling its community role in assisting those in need, positively reflecting the spirit of cooperation and solidarity within the Kuwaiti community.