Governors of the Country: Renewing the Pledge to Safeguard the Nation's Security, Sovereignty, and National Unity
Governors of Kuwait’s governorates affirmed that the anniversary of the brutal Iraqi invasion of Kuwait is a national milestone that inspires remembrance of the patriotism, sacrifices, and heroic deeds of the nation’s sons, and serves to draw lessons on resilience and the highest values of loyalty and belonging to the country. They also emphasized renewing the commitment to safeguarding Kuwait’s security, sovereignty, and national unity.
In separate statements to KUNA, the governors noted that this anniversary underscores that Kuwait’s security, sovereignty, and the dignity of its people are immutable constants that tolerate no infringement, and that national unity will remain an impregnable fortress in confronting challenges. They prayed to God Almighty to protect Kuwait, to perpetuate its blessings of security, safety, and stability under the leadership of His Highness the Emir, His Highness the Crown Prince, and His Highness the Prime Minister, and to have mercy on Kuwait’s righteous martyrs.
Governor of the Capital, Sheikh Abdullah Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, said that August 2 will remain etched in the memory of every Kuwaiti, bearing witness to the blatant aggression and violation of sovereignty suffered by the State of Kuwait, as well as to the cohesion of the nation’s sons, their steadfastness to their legitimate leadership, and their conviction in the justice of their cause. He added that this anniversary offers an opportunity to recall one of the most difficult chapters in the country’s history, which highlighted the unity and resilience of the Kuwaiti people in the face of challenges, setting the finest examples of heroism and steadfastness in preserving the homeland, safeguarding its dignity, and protecting its national identity.
For his part, Governor of Ahmadi, Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Sabah, stated that the anniversary of the brutal Iraqi invasion represents a national milestone for remembering the heroism, sacrifice, and resilience of the nation’s sons, as well as the highest values of loyalty, belonging, and defense of the homeland. He said this occasion embodies the steadfastness of the Kuwaiti people and their unity around their wise leadership, and underscores the importance of preserving national unity to confront various challenges. He added that this anniversary also provides an opportunity to enhance historical awareness among future generations.
On his part, Governor of Mubarak Al-Kabir and Acting Governor of Hawalli, Sheikh Sabah Bader Al-Salim Al-Sabah, affirmed that the Kuwaiti people’s unity around their legitimate leadership has demonstrated the strength of the reciprocal relationship between the ruler and the ruled. He added that the heroic stance of the Kuwaiti people, marked by their sacrifices and solidarity in striving for freedom, confirms the resilience of this people and their determination to restore rights to their rightful owners, with the support of friendly and sister nations around the world.
From his perspective, Governor of Farwaniya, Sheikh Adabi Nasser Adabi Al-Sabah, said that the anniversary of the brutal Iraqi invasion of the State of Kuwait will remain an eternal national milestone that embodies the steadfastness, loyalty, and unwavering commitment of the Kuwaiti people to their legitimate leadership.
In turn, Governor of Jahra, Hamad Al-Hubshi, affirmed that the anniversary of the brutal Iraqi invasion will remain an eternal national milestone, during which Kuwait recalls the meanings of resilience, sacrifice, and loyalty, and renews its commitment to preserving the homeland’s security, sovereignty, and national unity.
