Latest news in Kuwait? September 20th, 2026

Key developments and news reported in Kuwait around September 20, 2026:

• Diplomatic condemnation: The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong statement condemning attempted ballistic missile and drone attacks targeting Riyadh and other civilian areas in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming Kuwait’s full solidarity and shared security commitments with the Kingdom.

  www.spa.gov.sa

• High-level international representation: His Highness the Crown Prince arrived in New York, leading the Kuwaiti delegation for the United Nations General Assembly.

  NewsNow

• IAEA Board election: Kuwait was unanimously elected by member states to serve on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors for the 2026–2028 term.

  timeskuwait.com

• Hajj campaign regulations: The Ministry of Islamic Affairs issued directives barring social media influencers and celebrities from commercially promoting private pilgrimage campaigns during the Hajj season, limiting media coverage strictly to accredited delegation teams.

  Gulf News

• Labor and wage monitoring: Authorities introduced the updated New Kuwait Wage System, aimed at tracking regular salary disbursements and strengthening wage protections for private-sector workers.

  timeskuwait.com

• Local municipal actions: The Public Authority for Food and Nutrition stepped up compliance and inspection campaigns targeting food facilities and warehouses across Al Jahra Governorate, alongside ongoing nationwide cleanup drives.