Kuwait's top news — 16 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-Qabas · SarmadJust 5 Days After Appointment, Trump Dismisses White House Press Secretary - SarmadTrump dismisses Katie Zaccaria just five days after appointing her as White House Press Secretary
- Al-AnbaAl-Shaybani Discusses Regional Developments and Support for Regional Security and Stability with His Saudi CounterpartAl-Shaybani Discusses with Faisal bin Farhan Relations and Security in the Region
- Al-SeyassahApple Begins Pre-Orders for First Foldable Phone 'iPhone Duo'Apple has begun accepting pre-orders for the foldable iPhone Duo priced at $1,999, with availability in over 70 countries.
- Al-AnbaSheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani Confirms Continued Qatari Support for Lebanese ArmySheikh Mohammed confirms support for the Lebanese Army
- SarmadIraqi Foreign Ministry: Iraq's Losses from the US-Iran War Reached $60 Billion - SarmadIraqi Foreign Minister confirms war losses at $60 billion during a meeting with his Italian counterpart in Rome.
- KUNAPrime Ministers of Lebanon and Qatar Discuss Ways to Enhance Bilateral CooperationThe prime ministers of Lebanon and Qatar discussed ways to enhance cooperation in energy, military support, and Israeli withdrawal.
- SarmadQatar PM reaffirms support for Lebanon and calls for Israeli withdrawal from occupied territories - SarmadQatar's Prime Minister reaffirms support for Lebanon and calls for Israel's withdrawal from occupied territories.
- KUNAMoscow: ISIS attempts to use Afghanistan as a launching pad to threaten Central Asia and RussiaRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warns of ISIS's attempt to use Afghan territory as a launching pad to threaten Russia and Central Asia, reaffirming continued Russian support for Tajikistan and Afghanistan.
- SarmadChina to Israel: The Palestinian issue is the greatest historical injustice of this century - SarmadThe Chinese Foreign Minister warns Israel against settlements and emphasizes the priority of access to Gaza during a meeting in Azerbaijan.
- Al-AnbaSupplies Land on Ice in Search of a Million Years of Climate HistoryAustralian Department of Defence announces support for Antarctic supply missions for the 2026-2027 season
Economy
- Al-NaharStrong growth won't solve US debtIMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva notes that relying solely on economic growth won't quickly resolve US public debt issues, emphasizing the need for additional measures.
- KUNAFinance Minister Participates in Human Capital Ministerial Forum in BangkokFinance Minister Yaqoub Al-Rafai participated in the Human Capital Ministerial Forum in Bangkok alongside World Bank experts.
- Al-AnbaForeign Minister: Strengthening Economic Partnership Between Egypt and Thailand a Priority in Bilateral RelationsThe Foreign Minister emphasizes the priority of economic partnership with Thailand during the business forum.
- Al-JaridaUS Budget Deficit to Jump to $1.99 Trillion in 2026Rise in US budget deficit to $1.99 trillion driven by increased spending and debt servicing
- KUNAUK Prime Minister: Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to Receive Proposals to Enhance Regional EmpowermentUK Prime Minister announces proposals to enhance regional and economic powers for Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland during a visit to Scotland
- Al-AnbaQatari Movement in Beirut: Sovereignty, Energy, and Reconstruction Top the AgendaQatari-Lebanese discussions on energy, reconstruction, and support for sovereignty.
- Al-AnbaFinance Minister Dr. Yaqoub Al-Rafai meets with several senior IMF officialsDiscussions between Al-Rafai, Azwar, and Maait on ways to enhance financial and economic cooperation with the Fund
- Al-JaridaIraq Loses $60 Billion Due to Middle East WarForeign Minister Fawzi Hussein announces severe economic losses for Iraq due to the war and declining oil exports.
- Al-WasatOil Surges Above $106 Amid Rising Saudi Supply RisksOil prices rose amid escalating risks to Saudi supplies due to Houthi attacks, while major oil companies' profits strengthened despite losses in the gas sector.
- Al-Nahar$73 Billion Vanishes from Wealth of 5 Billionaires in One DayRising US inflation causes collective losses exceeding $73 billion for the richest tech moguls.
Arab & world
- 2 newspapers · Al-Nahar · SarmadMoscow: Granting Asylum to Assad is 'Final and Irrevocable'Moscow confirms that political asylum has been granted to Bashar Assad on a final and irrevocable basis.
- Al-SeyassahInternational Maritime Organization: Over 100 Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz Since War BeganIMO Secretary-General confirms passage through the strait remains unsafe due to attacks and mines.
- Al-SeyassahCENTCOM Commander: Naval Blockade on Iran Continues, Strait of Hormuz Under Our and Partners' ControlAdmiral Brad Cooper confirmed the continuation of the naval blockade on Iran and the prevention of its $25 billion oil exports, while affirming US and partner control over the Strait of Hormuz.
- Al-NaharIsrael Threatens to Displace One Million Lebanese if Hezbollah Enters the WarIsraeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir threatens to displace one million Lebanese if Hezbollah gets involved in the war, while Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam insists on investigating an explosive shipment linked to the party.
- Al-SeyassahIndia: Oil tanker carrying 15 Indian sailors hit by shell in Strait of HormuzThe Ports Minister announced that an oil tanker was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz, with the sailors safe.
- Al-JaridaWhite House spokesperson Katie Zakharia leaves office days after appointmentWhite House spokesperson Katie Zakharia leaves office days after appointment
- Al-JaridaAden Police: Two Rockets Fall Near AirportAden security administration announces two rockets fell at the airport with no casualties, blaming the Houthis, while reports suggest targeting the Saudi military headquarters
- KUNAUS and Argentina Reaffirm Strength of Their PartnershipUS and Argentina reaffirm partnership strength and discuss enhancing trade and investment
Sports
- 2 newspapers · Al-Rai · SarmadFIFA Sanctions Spain Over Incidents in Friendly Match Against EgyptFIFA imposes a fine on Spain and orders a partial stadium closure due to anti-Islamic chants.
- 2 newspapers · Al-Qabas · Al-NaharReal Madrid Demands Tebas's Resignation from La Liga PresidencyReal Madrid club demands Javier Tebas's resignation from his presidency of La Liga and vice-presidency of the Spanish Federation due to his Nazi remarks and the Negreira case.
