Kuwait's top news — 5 October 2026
30 stories from 8 newspapers — ranked by how many newspapers covered each event, with a Qiyas summary for each.
Top stories
- KUNAPakistan and Poland discuss regional and international developmentsPakistani Prime Minister discusses Middle East situation with Polish minister
- Al-WasatBrazilians Elect Their President: Fierce Race Between Lula and Flávio BolsonaroBrazilians vote for a new president in a tight race between Lula and Bolsonaro, with a runoff possible.
- Al-WasatEscalating US Threats: Trump Considers Return to 'Major Operations'The Trump administration discusses military options at Camp David while Iran refuses to open the Strait of Hormuz.
- KUNAUS Treasury Secretary: Iran Did Not Load Any Crude Oil Onto Tankers Last MonthUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that Iran did not load crude oil last month, praising the results of the US economic isolation policy.
- Al-RaiKuwait and Bahrain... expanding cooperation in economic and investment fieldsThe Deputy Prime Minister of Bahrain and the Kuwaiti Ambassador to Manama, Rasekh Al-Rasheed, affirmed the strong relations and the expansion of bilateral cooperation in economic and investment sectors.
- Al-SeyassahThai Ambassador: Relations with Kuwait Continue to Grow and DevelopThe Thai Ambassador appreciates the Kuwaiti leadership's support and works to establish a joint committee with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Al-RaiLife Imprisonment for 'Bedoon' in Britain Who Attempted to Attack Israeli EmbassyA court in the British capital sentenced an asylum seeker from the 'Bedoon' community to life in prison after convicting him of attempting to breach the Israeli Embassy and launching a knife attack.
- Al-Rai36 Percent... Increase in Military Spending in the Middle East Over the Past DecadeThe Stockholm International Peace Research Institute director revealed a rise in global military spending to $2.9 trillion, with the Middle East seeing a 36% increase.
- SarmadUAE: We condemn Israeli fortifications within 'Sufa 53' line inside Syria - SarmadUAE condemned Israeli fortifications in Syria and rejected violation of its sovereignty
- SarmadPakistani Foreign Ministry: Agreement on rapid troop deployment in Saudi Arabia under 'Mecca Alliance' - SarmadPakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey agreed on rapid military troop deployment in Saudi Arabia and appointed Noman Mahmood from Pakistan as the first secretary-general of the Mecca Defense Alliance for a term of 3 years.
- Sarmad'Mecca Alliance': Immediate transition to the practical implementation of joint defense commitments - SarmadAn emergency meeting in Riyadh between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey to appoint a secretary-general and discuss joint defense.
- Al-RaiAl-Mikhaizim: Developing the GCC Power Grid... A Pillar for a Safer and More Stable FutureThe Kuwaiti Minister of Electricity confirms that Gulf integration in electricity and water is a strategic pillar for energy security.
Economy
- Al-RaiKuwait stresses enhancing Gulf integration and securing oil supply chainsThe Kuwaiti Minister of Oil and the Undersecretary emphasized the importance of enhancing Gulf integration and securing oil supply chains during the meeting of the GCC Petroleum Cooperation Committee.
- Al-NaharAl-Markaz: Kuwaiti Stocks Remain Stable Amid TurmoilKuwait Financial Centre's September 2026 report indicates stability in Kuwaiti stock performance despite global turmoil, with oil prices rising due to tensions with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while gold fell and US bond yields rose.
- KUNAEuropean Union Condemns North Korea's Ballistic Missile LaunchThe European Union condemned North Korea's launch of a ballistic missile, calling it a violation of UN Security Council resolutions and a threat to regional and international security.
Arab & world
- Al-RaiSaudi Defense Minister: Activating Collective Deterrence Within the 'Mecca Pact' FrameworkSaudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman confirms the activation of collective deterrence to counter attacks on the Kingdom and the Holy Sites within the framework of the Mecca Pact.
- Al-QabasExtremist Smotrich: If Egypt Attacks Us, There Will Be No SinaiIsraeli Finance Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stated that Egypt would lose Sinai if it attacks Israel, and called for imposing sovereignty over Gaza and Lebanon.
- Al-NaharIsrael closes West Bank and Gaza on the eve of October 7 anniversaryKatz ordered the closure of the West Bank and Gaza on October 5 and 7 to restrict Palestinian movement
- Al-NaharLieberman calls for cancellation of Oslo Agreement and dismantling of the Palestinian AuthorityAvigdor Lieberman called for dismantling the Palestinian Authority and canceling the Oslo agreements, expecting the next US President to recognize a Palestinian state and propose a resolution in the Security Council granting it full UN membership.
- Al-NaharTrump: Iran has effectively abandoned its 'nuclear weapon'Trump and Higsieth confirmed that Iran has lost its nuclear capabilities and threatened with a tough approach, while Iran denied war and discussed its withdrawal from the treaty
- Al-JaridaPezeshkian: Washington Seeks No Dialogue, Aims to Overthrow IranThe Iranian President rejects negotiations with the United States, affirming that its goal is to overthrow the regime.
- Al-NaharNetanyahu: Britain is a 'rogue state'!The Israeli Prime Minister strongly criticizes the Barnam government, describing it as hypocritical
- Al-Seyassah'Coalition': Thwarting Imminent Houthi Attacks Targeting Waterways in the Southern Red SeaFrustration of Houthi attack plans on waterways and destruction of warehouses in Al-Hudaydah
- Al-JaridaTrump: We Will Assist Russia After Employee Death at Plague Research InstituteUS President Donald Trump announces offering assistance to Russia following the death of an employee at a laboratory in Siberia.
- Al-SeyassahTrump: Always Open to Direct Talks with IranTrump affirmed his openness to direct talks with Iran, predicted the success of the Saudi-Yemeni attack on the Houthis, and pointed to the transfer of American bombers.
- Al-RaiRegional Developments at the Center of Saudi-US TalksCrown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed regional developments with Senator Murphy, while Rubio affirmed Washington's support for Saudi Arabia.
- Al-SeyassahSaudi Arabia: We Will Take All Necessary Measures to Defend Our Territory and Sovereignty Against Houthi Militia AttacksThe Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns Houthi targeting of Saudi cities and calls on the Security Council to take action.
- Al-JaridaPakistan: We Will Deploy Forces and Military Capabilities in Saudi Arabia under the 'Mecca Alliance'The committee appoints Numan Mahmood as secretary-general of the Mecca Alliance and decides to deploy forces and military capabilities in Saudi Arabia.
- KUNAUN Official Urges Immediate Action to Address Global Housing Crisis Affecting 3.4 Billion PeopleAnja Claudia Ruesbach and Antonio Guterres stressed the need to address the global housing crisis affecting 3.4 billion people during the World Habitat Day celebrations in Muscat, attended by Housing Minister Khalaf Al-Shaaili.
Sports
- Al-RaiMoroccan Referee to Officiate Gulf Cup 27 FinalMoroccan referee Jalal Jaid appointed to referee the Gulf Cup 27 final between Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
