The American Express Times
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Kuwait Praises Role in Regional Ceasefire Agreement
Kuwait and several regional and international actors have supported a ceasefire agreement facilitated by Pakistan and Qatar, aiming to halt hostilities and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The deal, set to be signed in Geneva on June 19, is expected to lead to further negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program and regional security, though challenges…
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PM’s gun buyback breaks down
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s proposed nationwide gun buyback program, launched after a deadly terror attack in Bondi Beach, has stalled due to limited state participation…
Colin Rea Struggles to Match Prior Success as Cubs Starter
Colin Rea has been tasked again with starting for the Chicago Cubs amid ongoing injuries, making 11 starts and pitching 74 innings this season despite…
Daley’s chat putting Blues to sleep
New South Wales Blues staged a dramatic comeback to win the first State of Origin match against Queensland Maroons after Queensland’s Kalyn Ponga was sent…
It’s Rad! Let’s make our Mark
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Capital Municipality removed 384 abandoned vehicles in May
The Public Hygiene and Road Occupancy Department of Kuwait’s Capital Municipality removed 384 abandoned vehicles in May 2026 and issued over 5,000 warnings as part…
Grievances committee asks for documents on electricity substation tenders
The Grievances Committee has asked the Central Agency for Public Tenders to provide documents and freeze procedures related to two contested tenders for 132/11 kV…
Cybercrime Department warns against joining exam leak groups
Kuwait's Cybercrime General Department has warned students and parents against joining WhatsApp groups that distribute school exam content, stating such actions are illegal and subject…
Ministry of Electricity to award KD 84 million contract for power transmission lines
Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy plans to award a KD 84.667 million contract for the installation of 400 kV overhead power lines…
Kuwait Fire Force enhances emergency services for persons with disabilities
The Kuwait Fire Force has launched an electronic system that allows persons with disabilities to register their information for enhanced emergency assistance. This platform aims…
Court sentences Sheikh Talal Al-Khaled to 3 years over fund embezzlement
Sheikh Talal Al-Khaled was sentenced to a combined three years in prison with hard labor by Kuwait’s Court of Cassation for financial misconduct involving state…
Progress Report on Kuwait-Saudi Oil and Gas Operations
Kuwait Gulf Oil Company (KGOC) has advanced its oil and gas operations by increasing natural gas liquids production at the Khafji field, completing new wells…
Kuwait and Ethiopia strengthen civil aviation cooperation
Officials from Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Aviation met with the Ethiopian Ambassador to discuss strengthening cooperation in civil aviation. The talks aimed to enhance…
Municipal Council approves multiple infrastructure and development projects
Kuwait’s Municipal Council approved multiple infrastructure and development projects, including a new roadway in the Al-Mutlaa area, social service enhancements, heritage site renovations, and utility…
Opinion: Gulf football capability and World Cup experiences compared
Sheikh Fahad Dawood Al-Sabah contrasted the 2022 Qatar World Cup's culturally unified and compact hosting model with the more dispersed and entertainment-focused 2026 tournament spanning…
Two defendants acquitted in public insult case
The Court of Appeals upheld the acquittal of two individuals accused of public insult, threats, and making an indecent gesture after finding insufficient evidence to…
Customs officers foil smuggling bid with seizure of 210 cartons of cigarettes
Kuwaiti authorities stopped a Gulf national from smuggling 210 cartons of cigarettes at the Nuwaiseeb border on June 15 and detained him for investigation. The…
Growing Investor Restrictions Hurt Kuwait’s Tourism and Economy
Kuwait has raised the minimum investment requirements for premium residency to KD five million, prompting criticism that these stricter rules are deterring investors and harming…
KISR publishes scientific chapters on seismic risks and city resilience
The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research has published three scientific chapters addressing seismic risks and methods to enhance the resilience of urban infrastructure in earthquake-prone…
KPC to contact job applicants for engineering and science positions
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation has started contacting candidates who applied earlier this year for various engineering and science positions across its group. This recruitment drive aims…
Opinion: Water scarcity as a future regional security challenge
Kuwaiti astronomer Dr. Saleh Al-Ojeiri predicted over 40 years ago that regional conflicts would arise over water scarcity, a reality now unfolding amid tensions over…
General Administration of Customs raises KD109,100 in auction revenues
The General Administration of Customs held a public auction on June 9 in Sulaibiya, raising 109,100 Kuwaiti dinars through the sale of confiscated items including…
Kuwaiti court rules lack of criminal liability in Abdali checkpoint case
A Kuwaiti court ruled that a man who caused a collision at the Abdali border crossing is not criminally liable due to a diagnosed mental…
High School Examinations Successfully Concluded in Kuwait
Kuwait’s Ministry of Education announced the successful completion of the Grade 10, 11, and 12 end-of-year exams, conducted under strict supervision to ensure fairness and…
Trump Celebrates 80th Birthday with UFC Fights at White House
President Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday by hosting UFC Freedom 250, a high-profile mixed martial arts event held on the White House South Lawn…
Citizen acquitted of trafficking liquor charges
A Kuwaiti citizen was acquitted by the Misdemeanor Court of charges related to possessing alcohol with intent to sell due to insufficient evidence. The ruling…
Dar Al Muhama delivers legal workshop to Americana Kuwait employees
Americana Kuwait hosted a legal workshop on June 15, led by Dar Al Muhama’s team, to improve understanding of employee and employer rights under Kuwaiti…
Thailand Affirms Strong Bilateral Relations with Kuwait
Thailand and Kuwait have reaffirmed their strong bilateral ties rooted in historic trust and ongoing cooperation in healthcare, tourism, and resident exchanges. Both nations plan…
12 Dead in Missouri Skydiving Plane Crash
Twelve people died in a skydiving plane crash shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport near Kansas City, Missouri. The National Transportation Safety Board is…
Armenia’s PM Pashinyan Wins General Election Amid Russia Influence Debate
Armenia’s ruling Civil Contract party, led by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, won nearly half the vote in the June 7 general election, securing the mandate…
Drone Strikes Kill Over 1,000 Civilians in Sudan Conflict
Drone strikes have killed over 1,000 civilians in Sudan during the first five months of 2026 amid escalating conflict between the military and the paramilitary…
Boursa Kuwait Ends Mixed Amid Robust Trading
Boursa Kuwait ended Monday with the General Index slipping slightly by 0.04 percent while the Main Market Index rose 1.08 percent amid heavy trading volume.…
Energy Supply Faces Slow Recovery Post Iran War
An agreement has been reached to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for about 20% of the world’s…
Italian General ‘Il Generale’ Vannacci Challenges PM Meloni
Former Italian general Roberto Vannacci launched his new political party, National Future, positioning himself as a nationalist challenger to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s conservative coalition.…
Protesters Clash with Police at G7 Demo in Geneva
Riot police clashed with protesters in Geneva during a demonstration against the G7 summit, using tear gas and water cannons to control youths who threw…
US Strike Kills Venezuelan Gang Leader Guerrero Signaling Trump’s Drug War Shift
A U.S. military strike in rural Venezuela killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, the leader of the Tren de Aragua gang, marking a new phase of direct…
Pakistani Air Force Training Plane Crashes Killing Two Pilots
A Pakistani Air Force training plane crashed near Mardan on Monday, killing both pilots onboard. The military has launched an investigation into the crash, while…
Jazeera Airways Appoints Andrew Littledale as New CFO
Jazeera Airways has appointed Andrew Littledale as its new Chief Financial Officer starting July 1, 2026. His extensive experience in aviation finance is expected to…
Five teams present final project solutions at NBK Ebtakir Demo Day
The National Bank of Kuwait held the Demo Day for its NBK Ebtakir program, where five finalist teams presented innovative digital banking solutions to the…
West Bank economy near breakdown amid Israeli restrictions
The International Crisis Group reports that Israeli restrictions and withheld tax revenues are driving the West Bank economy toward collapse, severely harming Palestinian businesses and…
Trump name removed at Kennedy Center following court order
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has removed all signage bearing former President Donald Trump’s name following a federal court order. This…
Canadian PM Warns US AI Restrictions Highlight Risks of Overreliance
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized recent U.S. restrictions on advanced AI models, warning that relying too heavily on a limited number of American providers…