Kuwait

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15 US soldiers injured in Iranian drone strike in Kuwait

15 American soldiers injured in Iranian drone strike on Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. Most of them have already returned to duty.

Suspected espionage:

Haredi journalist arrested in Kuwait - and released

Yitzchak Horowitz, a Haredi journalist, was arrested in Kuwait on suspicion of espionage after photographing American warships. Following a prolonged interrogation, he was released.

Hezbollah denies any presence in Kuwait

Hezbollah rejects Kuwait’s announcement of arrests linked to the group and planning assassinations, insists it has “no presence" in Kuwait or any other country.

Kuwait foils Hezbollah plot to assassinate state leaders

Kuwait's Interior Ministry announces it has foiled a Hezbollah-linked terrorist plot to assassinate leaders of the state, says six suspects confessed to espionage and receiving advanced training.

Trump administration fast-tracks $8.4B arms deal to Gulf allies

Trump administration bypasses Congress to fast-track $8.4B in arms sales to the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, citing an emergency over Iran’s threats.

Foiled attack plot

Kuwait arrests 10 Hezbollah-linked nationals

Kuwait announces second round of arrests this week, foiling a Hezbollah-linked plot to target key facilities.

Gulf leaders urge US: Finish the job against Iran

Gulf states warn Washington against ending the campaign prematurely, fearing Iran could retain the ability to threaten oil routes and regional stability.

Drone attack

Pentagon identifies two more soldiers killed in Kuwait

Pentagon identifies two additional US soldiers killed in a drone attack at Kuwait’s port of Shuaiba as Maj. Jeffrey O’Brien and Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan of the 103rd Sustainment Command.

Report:

American F-15s were shot down due to mistaken identification

The Wall Street Journal reported that three American F-15s were shot down over Kuwait following a misidentification by anti-aircraft radar.

Iranian drone strike

Pentagon names four US troops killed in Kuwait

The Pentagon identifies four of six US troops killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait. The attack hit a tactical operations center at the port of Shuaiba.

Revealed: Three US planes mistakenly shot down by Kuwait

US fighter pilot whose plane crashed in Kuwait is brought to safety by local residents. Watch.

Following antisemitic article in Kuwait: The Shadow backs Dagan

Following an anti-Semitic profile article in the Kuwaiti newspaper Al-Mujtama against Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan, Yoav Eliasi published a supportive post that went viral on social media.

Over anti-Israel, antisemitic posts:

Trump’s Muslim ambassador pick faces GOP backlash

Trump nominee for Kuwait ambassador, grilled at confirmation hearing, loses support over Israel views.

Passover Sabotage:

Arab states tried to undermine Israel's sale of leavened food

Hussein Jaber, the man who annually buys Israel's chametz, says Qatar, Dubai, and Kuwait offered to buy it all — not to eat, but to destroy.

Kuwait foils plan to attack Shiite places of worship

Kuwait's interior ministry says three people were arrested over plan by a terrorist cell to attack Shiite Muslim places of worship.

Kuwaiti gov shuts down shop selling Star of David necklaces

Kuwaiti Ministry of Commerce orders closure of store selling items feat. Jewish symbols and arrests merchant.

Required reading for Biden: Kuwait's al Hadlaq and al-Jurallah

Kuwait is implacably anti-Israel, but it has spawned writers who are not afraid to set a more realistic tone. Biden, take heed. Op-ed.

Getting away with murder: Kuwait's Honor Crimes Law

We may be facing a new generation of Kuwaitis that is more Islamist and even more accepting of violence to women than their parents. Op-ed.

ADL report: Kuwaiti textbooks remain full of anti-Semitism

Study finds that textbooks are still full of Jew hatred even after Kuwaiti emir called to adhere to tolerance towards other religions.

Kuwait arrests Hezbollah-linked terror cell

Security forces in Kuwait arrest squad whose members tried to recruit young people to Hezbollah.

Kuwait arrests man for complaining about the weather

Police in Kuwait arrest Egyptian man for posting a video online in which he rants about bad weather and dust storms.

Kuwait: We're committed to the 'Palestinian cause'

Kuwait PM meets PA cabinet leader, expresses support for "the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people."

Kuwait swears in new emir after death of ruler

Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sworn in as new ruler of Kuwait Wednesday, following death of his half-brother at the age of 91.

Kuwait's emir dies at 91

Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad Al-Sabah had been receiving treatment in the US since July. Trump: He was an unwavering friend and partner.

Trump: Good chance Kuwait will normalize ties with Israel

Trump tells reporters "at least seven or eight other Arab countries want to be part of the agreements with Israel."

Kuwait: We'll be the last to normalize ties with Israel

Kuwait doubles down on its anti-Israel stance following Israel-UAE agreement.

Nakbacide - the failed genocidal war against the Jews

Why don't Kuwaiti Palestinians hold a Nakba for the 400,000 expelled from Kuwait by the Kuwaitis for supporting Saddam Hussein? Op-ed.

The Trump Deal: Dead on arrival?

Kuwait 'appreciates' US efforts to end Israel-PA conflict

Kuwait comments on Trump’s “Deal of the Century”, reiterates commitment to Palestinian state.

Kuwaiti TV host:

'I thought Iran was strong until I saw Soleimani retaliation'

Thought Iran was strong country until she saw how it retaliated against US for killing Soleimani, and realized Iran is 'nothing but talk'.

Kuwaiti hated Israel, fled to convert and immigrate to Israel

25-year-old Yusuf Almohna became Naftali - educated on hatred for Israel, recently decided to move to London, on way to immigrate to Israel.

The 'Palestinian refugee' who became a Yeshiva boy

Kuwaiti-born Israeli Jewish 'Palestinian refugee' decries UN hypocrisy in keeping Arabs refugees forever.

Kuwait: Our support for Palestinian cause will remain unchanged

Kuwait's Deputy Foreign Minister says his country will not normalize ties with Israel until Palestinian demands are met.

History lesson for Kuwaiti ambassador to United Nations

Israel's UN Amb responds to complaint of 'occupation' with reasoned explanation of eternal connection between Jerusalem and Jewish People.

Kuwait concerned over Iran's threats to block Strait of Hormuz

Kuwait looking at Iranian threats to block the Strait of Hormuz with concern, says Deputy Foreign Minister.

Kuwaiti academic invents suppositories to cure SSA

Kuwaiti therapist merges modern medicine with teachings of Mohammed in one suppository.

Pompeo on Middle East tour to counter Iran, boost Netanyahu

US Sec. of State tells says Middle East trip aims to combat Iranian threat, strengthen dialogue with regional leaders.

Watch: Lightning strike on fighter jet caught on video

F-18 cockpit camera captures stunning moment a lightning bolt strikes the aircraft canopy.

Kuwait announces additional funding for UNRWA

Kuwait contributes additional $42,100,000 to UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”.

Jordan receives financial aid package from Gulf allies

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait provide Jordan with $1 billion in financial aid to help ease economic crisis.

Kuwait Airways pays damages to Israeli barred from flight

Airline which refused to allow Israeli woman to purchase ticket at Heathrow pays substantial damages for discrimination.

Haley: We will 'unquestionably' veto Kuwaiti resolution

U.S. Ambassador to the UN blasts "one-side" draft resolution calling for the protection of Palestinian Arabs.

Security Council postpones vote on 'protection' of Palestinians

Vote on Kuwait's resolution calling for the “protection” of Palestinian Arabs postponed after U.S. seeks changes.

UN fails to condemn Hamas attacks on Israel

Kuwait blocks UN Security Council resolution condemning terrorists for indiscriminate mortar and rocket fire on Israel.

UN Ambassador slams 'new low for cynicism and distortion'

UN Ambassador Danon slams Kuwait draft resolution, says it marks a 'new low' for distortion and support of Hamas war crimes.

Will Germany bar Kuwait Airways over its ban on Israelis?

German state calls on federal government to bar Kuwait Airways from operating in country over airline's ban on Israeli passengers.

Kuwaiti writer: There is no 'Palestine' and no occupation

Kuwaiti writer says Israel is a legitimate sovereign state, calls for alliance with it in order to "annihilate" Hezbollah.

Germany to press Kuwait over discrimination against Israel

Germany's foreign ministry will press Kuwait after its airline is permitted to refuse passengers from Israel.

Saudi Arabia and allies urge citizens not to go to Lebanon

Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Kuwait advise their citizens not to travel to Lebanon, urge those who are there to leave.

Arab-Israeli Facebook star slams Kuwaiti anti-Israel boycott

'If you want to boycott Israel because of Palestine, you’re also boycotting 2 million Muslim Palestinian Israelis like me.'

Questions and answers: The Emirate Plan

Kuwait arrests Hezbollah terrorist cell

Capture of Iran-backed terror cell severely strains Kuwaiti-Iranian relations.

Kuwait expels 15 Iranian diplomats

Kuwait asks 15 Iranian diplomats to leave the country. Iran threatens to reciprocate.

Qatar and the Saudis – getting ready for the next round

Kuwait calls on Qatar to exercise 'self-restraint'

Kuwait's ruler aims to ease tensions between Qatar and other regional nations.

Kuwaiti film producer slams Muslim preachers

Kuwaiti film producer published article criticizing Muslim preachers for inciting against Jews in sermons while ignoring Muslim atrocities.

Kuwait foils three ISIS attacks

Kuwaiti forces arrest suspected ISIS terrorists who planned three attacks on the country.

Kuwaiti airline stops flights rather than accept Israelis

"Lawfare Project" chalks up victory.

Kuwait: 'Blasphemy' charge for activist over Koran comments

Prominent activist and professor could face jail time for noting Kuwaiti constitution has legal precedence.

Kuwaiti writer tells Arab world: Recognize Israel

Popular Kuwaiti columnist pens article calling on Arab, Muslim world to 'immediately recognize Israel,' drop terms like 'Zionist entity.'