Kuwait, France reaffirm ties

Kuwait: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his delegation attended the Bastille Day military parade in Paris, celebrating France's National Day and the 80th anniversary of World War II, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders engaged in official discussions about the strong, enduring relationship between their countries and explored [...]

Urgent Polio Vaccination Drive Launched In Yemen

Yemen is currently experiencing a serious polio outbreak, with 282 confirmed cases of variant type 2 poliovirus since 2021. The virus is still spreading, based on recent environmental testing. To help stop the outbreak, a new vaccination campaign took place from 12 to 14 July 2025 in 12 southern areas controlled by the government. Health [...]

Saudi Arabia’s Spike In Drug Executions

Saudi Arabia has executed almost 600 people for drug-related crimes in the past 10 years, with most being foreign nationals from countries like Pakistan, Nigeria, Egypt, Yemen, and Syria. After pausing these executions between 2021 and 2022, the country resumed them at a record pace, 122 were carried out in 2024, and 118 more by [...]

Yemen Houthis Defy Israeli Threats

The conflict between Yemen’s Houthi group and Israel is tense and dangerous. The Houthis, led by Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, say they will continue attacking Israel because they want to stop what they call Israel’s harmful actions in the Gaza Strip. Recently, Israel’s Defense Minister warned Yemen, saying Yemen could face strong military action like what happened [...]

Kuwait Ranks 30th Globally, 2nd in Gulf in Happiness Index

Kuwait: The report emphasized the crucial importance of trust, generosity, and community support in enhancing human well-being. It pointed out that interpersonal trust, especially among unfamiliar individuals, has a more significant effect on happiness than financial contributions or volunteering efforts. Kuwait's position in the 2025 report showcases its successful balance of economic stability, quality of [...]

Unsafe Conditions For Migrant Workers In Saudi Arabia

Many migrant workers in Saudi Arabia are dying in preventable workplace accidents, such as falls, electrocution, and heat-related incidents, especially with the growing construction for the 2034 FIFA World Cup and other large projects. Authorities have been criticized for failing to protect workers, investigate deaths properly, or ensure fair and timely compensation to families. In [...]

Houthis And Al-Shabab Unite To Strengthen Regional Threat

In April, the U.S. hit Yemen’s Ras Isa oil terminal with 14 airstrikes, killing 80 people, targeting Houthi militants who attacked ships in the Red Sea to support Palestinians in Gaza. Meanwhile, Somalia’s Al-Shabab militants were growing stronger, capturing towns near the capital despite Somali and U.S. attacks. Though the Houthis and Al-Shabab operate on [...]

Kuwait Offers Lifeline to Orphaned Children: A Beacon of Hope

Kuwait: Dr. Amthal Al-Huwailah of the Family and Childhood Affairs Ministry emphasized the ministry's commitment to protecting children's rights and strengthening family awareness through comprehensive programs based on holistic care and global child rights standards. She highlighted the Alternative Mother Program, where trained supervisors in childcare centers provide emotional and psychological support. She also mentioned [...]

Saudi Unemployment Hits Record Low Amid Rising Workforce Participation

Saudi Arabia’s unemployment rate dropped to a record low of 2.8% in the first quarter of 2025, down 0.7% from the previous quarter and the same time last year. Labor force participation rose to 68.2%, driven by efforts under Vision 2030 to boost jobs and economic growth. Among Saudis, unemployment fell to 6.3%, while participation [...]

Kuwait Reopens Airspace, Restoring Normal Flight Operations

Kuwait: The airspace around the country has been reopened. The General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced that Kuwait's airspace is now open and normal air traffic operations at Kuwait International Airport have resumed. This decision was made after close coordination with relevant Kuwaiti authorities and ongoing collaboration with regional and international partners, following [...]

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