The American Express Times
Monday, May 18, 2026
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill Four Near Moscow
Ukraine carried out a large-scale drone attack involving nearly 300 drones targeting Moscow and multiple Russian regions, resulting in at least four deaths and widespread damage. The strikes, described as one of the most intense since the war began, highlight Ukraine’s enhanced long-range capabilities and escalate tensions amid ongoing clashes and domestic pressures in Russia.
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Tess Daly and Vernon Kay Remain Friends After Split
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay were seen enjoying time together at a public festival just a week after announcing their separation following 23 years of…
Kuwait Crown Prince Hosts Bahraini Interior Minister
Kuwait's Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah hosted Bahrain's Minister of Interior Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al-Khalifa in a meeting aimed at enhancing bilateral…
The Era of Iranian Deception is Over
Kuwaiti forces intercepted an attempted covert infiltration on Boubyan Island by individuals linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, escalating tensions between the two countries. Kuwaiti officials…
Labor Court Grants Transfer After Wage Breach
A Kuwaiti Labor Court ruled that a private company must cancel an employee's residency permit and allow his transfer to a new employer without the…
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Public Authority for Food Seizes Contaminated Foods and Fake Goods in Crackdowns
Kuwait’s Public Authority for Food and Nutrition conducted multiple inspections resulting in the seizure of contaminated goat milk formula, improperly thawed shrimp, and spoiled fruits…
Japan Ambassador Emphasizes Japan-Kuwait Cooperation for Sustainable Middle East Peace
Japan’s State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yamada Kenji visited Kuwait to discuss enhancing energy security and supply-chain resilience amid regional disruptions. This visit…
Traffic Officers Arrest Expatriates for Illegal Passenger Transport
Traffic officers in Kuwait City detained three expatriates within 24 hours for transporting passengers without proper permits as part of a crackdown on illegal passenger…
Florida’s New US House Map Faces Legal Challenge
Florida’s newly approved congressional district map, aimed at increasing Republican seats, is being legally challenged for allegedly violating the state constitution’s ban on partisan gerrymandering.…
USS Gerald R. Ford Returns Home After Long Deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford completed an 11-month deployment—the longest since the Vietnam War—returning to Naval Station Norfolk with two escorting destroyers and nearly 5,000…
Minister of Health Approves Price Caps on 268 Medicines
Kuwait's Ministry of Health has set price limits on 268 pharmaceutical products, including medicines and supplements, to improve affordability and support the healthcare system. This…
Kuwait Revokes 31 Citizenship Cases
Kuwait's Supreme Committee for Kuwaiti Citizenship Investigation has stripped 31 people of their citizenship, as announced in an official decision on May 17. This move…
Kuwait, Bahrain Keen to Fortify Security Pillars
Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, met with Bahrain’s Interior Minister, General Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al-Khalifa,…
Judiciary Goes Full Throttle to Clear Appeal Backlog
The Court of Cassation in Kuwait has intensified efforts to reduce its backlog of appeals through extended working hours and specialized review sessions. Full staffing…
Kuwait and Egyptian Charities Sign Cooperation Deal to Support Poor Families
The Kuwaiti Office for Charitable Projects in Cairo and the Egyptian Zakat and Charity House signed a cooperation agreement to support vulnerable families in Egypt,…
Medical Professionals Fund Elects New Board, Reports KD3 Million Paid Out
The Collective Solidarity Fund for Members of Medical Professional Associations held its first meeting of the 28th session, electing Ahmad Al-Shatti as Chairman and selecting…
Maldives Suspends Search for Missing Italian Divers
Maldivian authorities suspended the search for four missing Italian divers trapped in a deep underwater cave after a Maldivian military diver died from decompression sickness…
95 Firms Sealed for Safety Violations in Fahaheel Industrial Area
The Kuwait Fire Force carried out an inspection campaign in the Fahaheel Industrial Area, resulting in the closure of 95 establishments for failing to meet…
Third Circuit Court Acquits Defendant in Drugs Case Due to Unlawful Search
The Third Circuit of the Criminal Court overturned a conviction for hashish possession, acquitting the defendant due to an unlawful search conducted without a warrant…
Ministry of Social Affairs Forms Audit Committees to Review Cooperatives
The Ministry of Social Affairs has formed eight audit committees to review the operations and financial records of eight cooperative societies in Kuwait. This initiative…
Ministry of Public Works Launches 'Bader' Initiative to Boost Governance
Kuwait’s Ministry of Public Works launched the "Bader" initiative to enhance corporate governance and encourage employee-driven improvements in government services. The program supports broader goals…
Nine Illegal Stalls Shut at Friday Market for Selling Counterfeit Goods
Kuwaiti authorities shut down nine unlicensed stalls at the Al-Rai Friday Market after seizing 1,430 counterfeit items such as bags, shoes, and T-shirts. The Ministry…
Ministry of Justice Announces Training Program for Female Court Clerk Candidates
The Ministry of Justice and the Kuwait Institute for Judicial and Legal Studies have initiated a training program for female candidates selected as Court Clerks.…
Kuwait Municipality Launches Field Inspection Campaigns to Curb Violations
Kuwait Municipality has launched inspection campaigns across all six governorates to combat public hygiene violations and unauthorized use of public spaces, issuing citations and warnings…
Tribute to Ambassador Dimitar Dimitrov on Conclusion of His Mission
Ambassador Dimitar Dimitrov has ended his five-year term as Bulgaria’s envoy to Kuwait, during which he strengthened diplomatic, cultural, and educational ties between the two…
Ministry of Islamic Affairs Distributes 8,000 ‘Nusk’ Cards for Kuwaiti Hajj Pilgrims
Kuwait’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs distributed 8,000 “Nusk” cards containing key Hajj ritual information to assist Kuwaiti pilgrims during the 1447 AH Hajj season. This…
Court Orders Real Estate Company to Refund Citizen KD 20,000 with Interest
Kuwait’s Commercial Court ordered a real estate developer to refund a woman KD 20,000 with 7% annual interest for failing to provide a valid sales…
PAI and Authorities Conduct Joint Scrapyard Inspection Campaign
The Public Authority for Industry, together with the Ministry of Interior's Public Security Sector, Kuwait Fire Force, and Public Authority for Manpower, carried out an…
Al-Jarallah Meets Algerian Ambassador to Boost Media Cooperation
Ahmed Al-Jarallah, Editor-in-Chief of Al-Seyassah and Arab Times, met with Algerian Ambassador Omar Belhadj in Kuwait to discuss expanding collaboration in the media sector. The…
Namaa Charity Implements KD15,000 Humanitarian Projects in Benin
Namaa Charity has launched a humanitarian and development program in Benin, investing over KD 15,000 to provide food aid, medical surgeries, and support for income-generating…
Court Rules in Favor of Worker Over Unpaid Salaries
A Kuwaiti court ruled that an employer must pay an employee six months of unpaid salaries, indemnities, and other dues while allowing the worker to…
Senate Parliamentarian Blocks $1 Billion White House Security Funding
A Senate parliamentarian blocked a $1 billion proposal for White House security upgrades, including enhancements to President Trump’s planned East Wing ballroom, from being included…
PAFN Intensifies Slaughterhouse Inspections Ahead of Eid al-Adha
The Public Authority for Food and Nutrition (PAFN) has stepped up inspections of slaughterhouses in Kuwait ahead of Eid al-Adha to ensure meat safety and…
Iran’s Regional Relations and Calls for Reparations
Calls for accountability and reparations from Iran have increased amid ongoing tensions with Gulf states, focusing on Tehran’s nearly five-decade history of regional interference and…
Eight Injured After Car Plows Into Crowd in Italy
A vehicle driven by Salim El Koudri struck eight pedestrians in Modena, Italy, leaving four critically injured, after which the driver was detained while attempting…
Malaysia Condemns Norway’s Revocation of Naval Missile Export License
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim condemned Norway’s revocation of the export license for a naval missile system bound for Malaysia’s Navy, arguing that Malaysia has…
Former Colombian Mayor and Aide Killed in Political Violence
Former mayor Rogers Devia and his aide Eder Cardona were shot dead in the Meta department of Colombia, a region plagued by armed group conflicts.…
Three Suspects Detained in Nigerian School Attack
Police arrested three suspects accused of attacking two primary schools in Oriire, Oyo state, southwestern Nigeria. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine if any…
NREC Q1 2026 Update: Portfolio Optimization and Capital Allocation Progress
National Real Estate Company (NREC) reported a net loss of KD 53.8 million for Q1 2026 due to non-cash charges but completed a key divestment…
US Justice Department Prepares Raúl Castro Indictment Amid Rising Tensions
The U.S. Justice Department is reportedly preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro for his alleged role in the 1996 downing…
Venezuelan Government Deports Maduro Ally to US Amid Investigations
The Venezuelan government has announced the deportation of Alex Saab, a close ally of President Nicolás Maduro, amid multiple U.S. criminal investigations against him. This…
Rwandan Genocide Suspect Kabuga Dies in Custody
Félicien Kabuga, a key financier and organizer of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, died at age 91 while in custody in The Hague during his ongoing…