Defense Minister Witnesses Inauguration of Memorial for 'Desert Shield' and 'Desert Storm' Operations
Al-Ali inaugurates a memorial for the Desert Shield and Desert Storm operations in Washington, emphasizing the depth of Kuwaiti-American relations.
Translated by Qiyas from الوسط — Original source
Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ali, accompanied by Kuwait’s Ambassador to the United States, Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, attended the opening ceremony of the memorial to Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the U.S. capital, Washington, D.C. During the ceremony, Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ali learned about the historical significance embodied by the memorial, which reflects the sacrifices of the international coalition forces led by the United States and their role in liberating Kuwait in 1991. He recalled the sacrifices and heroism demonstrated by the participating forces, and emphasized that this monument represents a historical legacy embodying the values of solidarity and cooperation, underscoring the importance of preserving this historical memory and passing it on to future generations. The memorial also reflects the depth of the historical relations and close ties between the two friendly nations.
