Kuwait's top news — 21 October 2026
30 stories from 8 newspapers — ranked by how many newspapers covered each event, with a Qiyas summary for each.
Top stories
- 2 newspapers · Al-Anba · Al-SeyassahAlliance: Destroys Drone Launched by Houthi Militia Towards the Southern RegionLegitimacy Support Coalition announces destruction of a drone launched by the Houthi militia towards the southern region in Yemen.
- Al-RaiAl-Tabtabaei: Return of 'With Students' with a Renewed Spirit Preserves Its Place in Society's MemoryMinister of Education congratulates winners of the 'With Students' finals, held under the patronage of the Amir of Kuwait, with participation from Kuwaiti school teams
- Al-AnbaSaudi Crown Prince receives French President in RiyadhSaudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received French President Emmanuel Macron in Riyadh as part of his Gulf tour, with several senior officials present at the reception.
- Al-WasatUK Deploys 'Typhoon' Jets to Defend Saudi ArabiaThe UK Ministry of Defense announced the deployment of Typhoon jets to assist Saudi Arabia in protecting its civilians and infrastructure from Houthi attacks, without conducting offensive strikes.
- KUNAMadrid Condemns Argentine President's Remarks Against Spanish Prime MinisterMadrid rejects insults by the Argentine President and calls for non-interference
- SarmadKuwaiti School Teams Compete in 'With Students' Program Finals for Amir's Cup - SarmadThe finals of the 'With Students' program saw Kuwaiti school teams compete for the Amir's Cup, attended by the Ministers of Education and Information.
- Al-RaiJordanian Honors Kuwait Fund for Supporting Syrian Cancer PatientsThe King Hussein Cancer Center honors the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development for supporting the treatment of Syrian refugee cancer patients in Jordan.
- Al-RaiWorld Approaches Tipping Point for Earth's Hottest TemperaturesUN report warns of continued record emissions and potential 2.6°C temperature rise
- Al-RaiFears of Ebola Turning into a Global PandemicEbola deaths have surpassed 4,600, with cases recorded in Nigeria, Uganda, Kenya, and France.
- KUNAUS sanctions law firm, shipping agents, and vessels for concealing Iranian goodsThe United States has imposed sanctions on a law firm, shipping agents, and vessels for assisting Iran in circumventing sanctions by concealing the identity of goods.
- Sarmad"The Old Marine Environment": Art exhibition evokes Kuwait's memory and ancestors' livesThe Kuwait Association for Plastic Arts evokes Kuwait's old marine heritage in an exhibition featuring 50 artists.
- Al-JaridaAl-Omar on Iran's Threats to Cut Internet Cables: We Hope for AlternativesMinister of State for Communications Affairs Omar Al-Omar confirmed Kuwait's readiness to enhance digital infrastructure and transition to a paperless government, expressing hope for internet alternatives in case of Iran's threats to cut cables, noting that satellites
- SarmadErdogan: I will visit Damascus soonTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed the possibility of visiting the Syrian capital, Damascus, soon, following the postponement of a previous plan for security and logistical reasons.
- KUNAUN envoy stresses need for comprehensive Sudan settlement through negotiationsThe Personal Envoy emphasized that there is no military solution to the conflict in Sudan and called for a comprehensive settlement through diplomatic negotiations and a ceasefire.
- KUNAEU Confirms Effectiveness of Sanctions on Russia, Calls for Continued Pressure to End WarEU High Representative Kaja Kallas emphasized the importance of continuing economic pressure on Russia to end the war in Ukraine, stressing the need to coordinate international efforts and maintain sanctions.
Economy
- SarmadGoldman Sachs: Oil Shipping Costs Jump Sevenfold - SarmadA Goldman Sachs report indicates that oil shipping costs have surged sevenfold due to Middle East escalations and their impact on crude prices and global trade.
- SarmadAoun: Lebanon Cannot Be a Battleground for Others' Wars or a Mailbox for Their Conflicts - SarmadPresident Aoun emphasized the necessity of safeguarding Lebanon's sovereignty and national unity, and preventing its transformation into a arena for external conflicts.
- Al-RaiOil Minister Discusses Strengthening Ties with Ambassadors of UK, France, and JapanOil Minister Tariq Al-Roumi discussed with the ambassadors of the three countries the enhancement of bilateral relations in energy and economic sectors.
- Al-Nahar300,000 Captagon Tablets Seized Worth 500,000 DinarsThe General Administration for Combating Narcotics seized a truck carrying 300,000 Captagon tablets hidden in its frame, under the supervision of Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef.
- Al-NaharWarba Bank Celebrates Graduation of the First 'PULSE' Green Belt CohortWarba Bank celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of the PULSE Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Genesis program to enhance employees' internal capabilities.
Arab & world
- Al-JaridaUS sources: Dozens of Israeli fighter jets conducted sorties near Iranian airspaceUS sources: Israeli fighter jets conducted sorties near Iranian airspace coinciding with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's visit to Tel Aviv.
- Al-JaridaKing Salman receives a letter from President SisiSaudi Crown Prince received the Egyptian Foreign Minister, who delivered a letter from President Sisi to King Salman.
- Al-JaridaNetanyahu: Overthrowing the Iranian Government is the Only Solution to Eliminate the ThreatIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares that overthrowing the Iranian government is the only solution to eliminate the threat.
- Al-NaharNetanyahu Secretly Met Higgsith: Ordered Mossad to Overthrow the Iranian RegimeNetanyahu ordered Mossad to overthrow the Iranian regime, while Higgsith met him secretly in Israel to discuss Iranian threats.
- Al-NaharVance Refuses to Endorse Netanyahu; Eizenkot Leads by 12 PointsUS Vice President J.D. Vance refrained from supporting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while a poll revealed Gadi Eisenkot leading Netanyahu by 12 points in the Israeli elections.
- Al-JaridaMacron's 'unscheduled' visit to Saudi Arabia; Houthis attack Aden and Mukalla airportsFrench President Macron visits Saudi Arabia to bolster its security, while Egypt affirms its defense of its borders and denies involvement in Yemen, Iran warns against interference, and Iraq considers closing Houthi offices.
- Al-RaiAraghchi: No Reasons to Expect Progress... US Unwilling to Reach UnderstandingIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and President Masoud Pezeshkian reject negotiations with the US due to ongoing military threats and sanctions, while Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf emphasizes readiness for diplomacy while retaining the right
- KUNAMinister of Youth discusses ways to enhance cooperation with Italian ambassador in youth and sports fieldsKuwait's Minister of Youth and Sports discussed with the Italian ambassador ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the youth and sports sectors and develop partnerships.
- Al-JaridaMeta Fined $25 Billion for Violating New Mexico Law in Cambridge Analytica ScandalUS judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion for violating privacy laws in New Mexico
Sports
- Al-RaiKimmich Absent from Arsenal Match Due to Family TragedyBayern Munich announced that Joshua Kimmich will miss the Champions League clash against Arsenal due to the death of a close family member.
