Kuwait's top news — 11 October 2026
30 stories from 9 newspapers — ranked by how many newspapers covered each event, with a Qiyas summary for each.
Top stories
- 2 newspapers · Al-Anba · Al-NaharHis Highness the Amir Condolesces the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques on Security and Safety for Saudi ArabiaTelegrams of condolence and congratulations from the Kuwaiti Crown Prince
- 2 newspapers · Sarmad · KUNAEgypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey condemn Houthi attacks on the Kingdom - SarmadEgypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey condemn Houthi attacks on the Kingdom and demand an immediate halt
- SarmadSaudi Foreign Minister receives phone call from his Iranian counterpart - SarmadSaudi Foreign Minister receives a call from his Iranian counterpart to discuss the recent escalation in the region
- SarmadIraqi Environment Minister: I fear eating fish because AIDS patients' blood is dumped in the Tigris - SarmadSura Abdul Wahid reveals hospital waste dumped in the Tigris and warns of an environmental disaster
- Al-AnbaSharif condemns the heinous attack: Committed to Saudi sovereignty under the Mecca Agreement for Joint DefensePakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack on Saudi Arabia, reaffirming Pakistan's commitment to the Kingdom's sovereignty under the Mecca Agreement for Joint Defense.
- Al-WasatIran Talks Hinged on Concessions in 'Nuclear' DealWashington oscillates between military strike and negotiations with Iran.
- Al-Wasat'Fajr al-Yemen': Continuing Military Pressure on the HouthisThe UN condemns Houthi targeting of Saudi Arabia as the 'Fajr al-Yemen' military operation continues.
- Al-NaharAl-Muwasharji Participates in Meeting of Ministers and Heads of Gulf Civil ServiceDeputy Prime Minister Participates in the 22nd Meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Civil Service in Gulf States in Manama.
- Al-NaharHis Highness the Prime Minister Condolesces Saudi Arabia on the Martyrdom of Three of Its Citizens and Congratulates Fiji and UgandaHis Highness Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah sent telegrams of condolence to Saudi Arabia and congratulations to Fiji and Uganda on the occasion of their independence anniversaries.
- Al-SeyassahBrigadier Al-Shamali to 'Al-Siyassa': Three Support Centers to Address Emergencies from North to South KuwaitBrigadier Hussein Al-Shamali revealed plans to distribute support centers across three locations in Kuwait to enhance readiness, citing successful participations in Turkey and Greece.
- Al-SeyassahTuesday, 12-10-2026Four women were buried in different areas of Kuwait.
- KUNAFrench President: We support call for a real energy truce between Ukraine and RussiaMacron announces France's support for an energy truce, while Zelensky insists Russian attacks continue despite Trump's announcement of a potential deal.
- KUNAYemeni army: 1,732 targeting operations carried out against Houthi military sitesThe Yemeni Armed Forces carried out 1,732 targeting operations against Houthi positions as part of the Yemen Dawn operation.
- KUNASaudi Foreign Minister and Syrian counterpart discuss regional developments in phone callSaudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and his Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaybani discussed regional developments and joint efforts to support regional security.
- KUNAKuwait and Saudi Arabia sign MoU on cooperation in electricity and renewable energyKuwait and Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation in electricity, renewable energy, and power grid interconnection.
- Al-AnbaKuwait participates in the 14th Ministerial Meeting of the 'C10' group on Security Council reform in LibyaC10 group meeting launched in Tripoli with Kuwait's participation to discuss Security Council reform
Economy
- 2 newspapers · Al-Anba · Al-RaiTrump Announces Russian-Ukrainian Energy TruceTrump announces an energy truce, while Zelensky demands reciprocity.
- Al-NaharCity and Liverpool.. A Match Under Exceptional CircumstancesManchester City visits Liverpool amid its reinstatement following financial misconduct convictions, creating uncertainty in the league.
- KUNA17th International Energy Forum ministerial meeting begins in Riyadh with Kuwaiti participationThe 17th International Energy Forum ministerial meeting has begun in Riyadh, with energy ministers and sector leaders emphasizing energy security and market stability.
- Al-AnbaInternational Energy Agency calls for release of more diesel reserves to curb supply disruptionsIEA Executive Director Fatih Birol urges members to assess needs for releasing strategic diesel reserves to contain supply disruptions and rising prices.
- Al-RaiGulf Discussions to Consolidate Economic Cooperation and Shared TiesMinister of State for Economic Affairs and Investment Abdulaziz Al-Marzouq leads Kuwait's delegation to the 10th meeting of the Permanent Preparatory Committee at the ministerial level of the Economic and Development Affairs Authority of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in Manama.
- Al-WasatIMF Warns of Borrowing Risks Amid Rising Global Financing BurdensGlobal debt has reached $365.5 trillion, with a focus on the burdens facing emerging economies, as well as China, India, and Brazil.
Arab & world
- 2 newspapers · Al-Jarida · Al-WasatUS Imposes Sanctions on the International Criminal CourtThe United States has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court in defense of its sovereignty.
- 2 newspapers · Al-Jarida · Al-Seyassah'The Coalition': Interception and Destruction of a Drone in the Eastern RegionThe Coalition announced the interception and destruction of a drone in the Eastern Region without providing further details.
- 2 newspapers · Al-Qabas · Al-NaharNobel Peace Prize to Navanethem Pillay.. Judge for Genocide VictimsThe Nobel Committee awarded the Peace Prize to Pillay, sparking Israeli anger and criticism of the decision, while the UN and the International Criminal Court welcomed it as a victory for justice.
- Al-JaridaAl-Jubeir and Araghchi discuss recent regional escalation in phone callAl-Jubeir and Araghchi discuss recent escalation in the region
- Al-RaiGlobal Outrage Condemning Houthi CrimesDestruction of a cruise missile and widespread international condemnations of the Houthi attack on King Khalid Airport.
- Al-RaiStrait of Hormuz: Escalating Attacks and Volatile Shipping TrafficThe Strait of Hormuz witnessed a maritime escalation over 48 hours, including the targeting of two oil tankers with projectiles and the disruption of a cargo ship accused of circumventing the naval blockade on Iran.
- Al-Jarida9 Saudi relief trucks carrying 3,240 food baskets arrive in AdenArrival of 9 trucks carrying 3,240 food baskets from the King Salman Center to Khormaksor district in Aden to support needy families in Yemen.
Sports
- 2 newspapers · Al-Anba · Al-WasatTrump: Attack on Riyadh airport 'unacceptable'Trump and Rubio condemn the attack on Riyadh airport, CENTCOM disables a ship in the Gulf of Oman
