The Kuwaiti Cabinet holds a meeting chaired by His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah

The Cabinet held its meeting today, Tuesday, July 21, 2026, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister, may God protect him. Following the meeting, His Excellency Sheikh Sharida Abdullah Al-Muwasharji, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, issued the following statement:

At the outset of the meeting, the Cabinet was briefed on the visit conducted by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister, may God protect him, to the victims receiving treatment at Adan Hospital following the reprehensible Iranian aggression that targeted several civilian and vital facilities. The Prime Minister’s visit was aimed at ensuring the well-being of the injured and assessing the level of medical care provided to them. He was accompanied by His Excellency Dr. Ahmed Abdulwahab Al-Awadi, Minister of Health. His Highness the Prime Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to monitoring the condition of the injured and providing them with the necessary support and care until they fully recover. He directed the relevant authorities to mobilize all medical and technical resources to deliver the highest standards of healthcare and treatment to the victims, and prayed to Almighty God to grant them a swift recovery. He also commended the sincere national efforts and significant sacrifices made by the Armed Forces, the Ministry of Interior, the National Guard, and all national cadres across various government entities in safeguarding the nation’s security and preserving its stability.

The Cabinet also expressed its strongest condemnation and rejection of the reprehensible Iranian aggression involving missiles and drones that targeted Kuwaiti territory in recent days. The attacks struck two power and water desalination stations, facilities belonging to the oil sector, and several vital installations, resulting in fires and severe damage to vital infrastructure, civilian facilities, and residential buildings. This constitutes a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, as well as a serious breach of international law, international humanitarian law, the UN Charter, and Security Council Resolution (2817) of 2026. The Cabinet stressed that the deliberate and repeated targeting of vital and civilian facilities reflects a systematic aggressive approach, represents a highly dangerous escalation, and poses a serious threat to the safety and security of civilians. It held Iran fully responsible, both legally and morally, for these serious attacks and their ensuing repercussions and consequences. The Cabinet further emphasized that the continuation of this aggressive behavior threatens regional security and stability and undermines efforts aimed at de-escalation and achieving peaceful solutions. It firmly affirmed that Kuwait reserves its full right to take all necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty, preserve its security and stability, and defend its territory and vital installations against any aggression or threat, in accordance with its inherent right to self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter and the rules of international law.

In this context, the Council of Ministers expressed its strong condemnation and rejection of the reprehensible Iranian attacks that targeted the fraternal Kingdom of Bahrain, the fraternal State of Qatar, and the fraternal Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in recent days, in blatant violation of their sovereignty and territorial integrity and as a direct threat to the security of their peoples and residents. It affirmed the full solidarity of the State of Kuwait with the fraternal countries and its steadfast support for them, as well as its backing for all measures taken by these countries to address the repercussions of these attacks, safeguard their sovereignty and territorial integrity, and protect their security and stability.

The Council of Ministers also expressed Kuwait’s strong condemnation and rejection of the false claims made by the spokesperson for the Houthi militia against the fraternal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which included threats targeting the freedom and security of maritime navigation. It reiterated Kuwait’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures undertaken to safeguard its security and sovereignty, emphasizing that the security of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the security of Kuwait and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

On another note, the Council of Ministers heard a briefing from His Excellency the Minister of Defense, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Salim Al-Sabah, on the latest developments in the region and current military developments, in light of the reprehensible Iranian attacks that targeted Kuwait in recent days. He affirmed the readiness of the Armed Forces and their continued performance of their duties and responsibilities with efficiency and competence, along with the implementation of all necessary measures and precautions to safeguard Kuwait’s sovereignty and territory, preserve its security and stability, and protect citizens and residents.

In a separate development, the Council of Ministers heard a briefing from His Excellency the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Jaraah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, on the political and diplomatic efforts undertaken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its diplomatic missions abroad to keep pace with the latest developments on both the regional and international fronts.

Furthermore, in line with the Council of Ministers’ commitment to supporting the national campaign for conserving energy and water (“Wafar”), launched by the Ministry of Electricity and Water and Renewable Energy, which has received widespread public response with the aim of rationalizing electricity and water consumption, the Council expressed its sincere gratitude and deep appreciation to citizens, residents, all government entities, state institutions, media outlets, the private sector, and individuals for their engagement with the “Wafar” campaign. This collective effort has contributed to disseminating awareness messages across various social media platforms, thereby reinforcing the culture of conserving and reducing electricity and water consumption during this exceptional period facing the country, and supporting the stability of the power and water systems. The Council emphasized that this widespread response reflected a high level of societal awareness and an authentic spirit manifested in swift cooperation and unity in serving the nation. It called on everyone to sustain the spirit of shared responsibility, commitment, and collaboration in conserving electricity and water, enabling the Ministry to navigate this exceptional phase. It also urged the entrenchment of conservation as a national and civilized behavior that helps protect resources, serves the public interest, and ensures the sustainability of services for all.

The Council of Ministers also approved a draft decree-law on combating commercial concealment, a move aimed at strengthening the legislative framework governing economic activity and consolidating the principles of transparency, fair competition, and curbing practices that disrupt market balance, thereby contributing to the protection of the national economy and the achievement of sustainable development. The draft includes a prohibition on allowing any person to conduct any economic activity on behalf of others or outside the scope of the license granted to them, and it was submitted to His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, may God protect and guard him.

On another note, the Council of Ministers heard an explanation from H.E. Dr. Reem Ghazi Al-Faleh, Minister of State for Development and Sustainability, regarding the Green Urban Development Initiatives Committee. In this regard, the Council reviewed a presentation by the Governor of Ahmadi and Chairman of the Green Urban Development Initiatives Committee, Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, concerning several initiatives proposed by oil sector companies, private sector firms, cooperative societies, and individuals. These initiatives relate to ornamental planting and greening, as well as the establishment of memorials and artistic sculptures at intersections on several major highways and public streets. They also include the development and renovation of landscaping in numerous roundabouts and public parks within residential areas, along with painting several major bridges at highway intersections to highlight aesthetic aspects, contribute to beautifying and supporting green spaces in the State of Kuwait, and create an urban environment that fosters sustainable development. The Committee is tasked with studying each initiative technically, discussing its implementation mechanism, and expediting procedures to enable initiators to commence their projects, in coordination with relevant government entities.

For his part, the Council of Ministers commended the significant efforts undertaken by the Chairman and members of the Green Urban Development Initiatives Committee in unifying government efforts and coordinating with concerned government authorities to expedite procedures related to receiving and implementing these initiatives. The Council also highlighted the Committee’s role in promoting a spirit of initiative and social responsibility, and in encouraging entities and individuals to contribute to beautifying Kuwait and showcasing its cultural identity.

The Council of Ministers also reviewed several items on the agenda, including reports and minutes of ministerial committees, and approved them. It further decided to refer certain items to the relevant ministerial committees for study and to submit appropriate recommendations to complete the necessary procedures for their implementation.