What are the latest news in Kuwait? August 31st, 2026
- Regional Diplomacy & Security: The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong statement condemning a drone attack on the United Arab Emirates, reaffirming Kuwait’s full solidarity and support for UAE sovereignty and territorial integrity. وكالة وام———
- Maritime & Energy Shipping: Regional reports noted developments around maritime movements in the Strait of Hormuz, where Kuwait and neighboring Gulf states have been working to stabilize oil transit and tanker flows back toward normalized levels. -Arabian Business——–
- Immigration & Visa Regulations: Authorities confirmed that exceptional visit visa extensions and temporary residency relief measures conclude at the start of September, restoring standard statutory absence permit rules for expatriates and overseas residents.- Arabian Business———
- Domestic Governance & Municipal Updates: The Ministry of Interior and local municipalities announced updated operational rules starting September 1, including revised heavy-truck traffic ban hours during peak commute times, alongside new administrative redistributions for public market stalls. -NewsNow——–