Kuwait's top news — 25 October 2026
21 stories from 7 newspapers — ranked by how many newspapers covered each event, with a Qiyas summary for each.
Top stories
- 2 newspapers · Al-Anba · Al-NaharKuwait and Rome: Expanding horizons for economic and defense cooperationKuwait's Amir received Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and they signed memorandums of cooperation in investment and defense.
- 2 newspapers · Al-Wasat · SarmadWashington unveils 'Desert Shield and Desert Storm' monument with Kuwaiti support - SarmadThe US Interior Secretary praised Kuwaiti support for the unveiling of a memorial in Washington.
- Al-WasatAmerica Prepares for a Long War.. Iran Re-arms ItselfThe United States is preparing for a long war with Iran, while Trump considers new strikes before the elections.
- Al-WasatKuwait: Enhancing international cooperation strengthens the fight against illicit trade in conventional armsJara Al-Anzi condemns Iranian attacks and calls for compliance with Security Council Resolution 2817.
- Al-NaharDefense Minister meets Al-Zain Al-SabahSheikh Abdullah Al-Ali meets Ambassador Al-Zain Al-Sabah to discuss strengthening relations with the United States.
- Al-NaharPrime Minister congratulates ZambiaHis Highness the Prime Minister congratulates the President of Zambia on Independence Day.
- Al-RaiShamonda Virus Transmits from Livestock to Humans for the First TimeFirst human death from the Shamonda virus recorded in France, with confirmed low risk of human-to-human transmission.
- SarmadKuwait condemns missile attacks on Mecca and Medina - SarmadKuwait condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
- SarmadNetanyahu posts AI-generated image of atomic bomb destroying Tel Aviv, warns of Iran - SarmadThe Israeli Prime Minister posted an AI-generated image of a bomb destroying Tel Aviv as a warning against Iran's nuclear ambitions, two days before the elections.
- Al-JaridaKuwaiti Foreign Ministry Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi ArabiaThe Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and reaffirms its full solidarity with the Kingdom in confronting them and protecting its sovereignty and sanctities.
Economy
- 2 newspapers · Al-Seyassah · SarmadAl-Marzouq: Investment quality and developmental impact are key to achieving sustainable economic development - SarmadMinister of State for Economic Affairs and Investment Abdulaziz Al-Marzouq emphasized the importance of focusing on investment quality and its developmental impact during his participation in the Global Investment Forum in Doha.
- Al-RaiAl-Rifai and Indian Ambassador Discuss Strengthening Economic and Investment PartnershipKuwait's Minister of Finance meets the Indian Ambassador to discuss ways to develop joint cooperation in economic and investment fields.
- Al-WasatAl-Shal: Kuwaiti economy to contract by 16.7% in IMF 2026 forecastAl-Shal report reveals Gulf economies shrinking due to war.
- Al-NaharTrump Threatens New Military Strike: We Can Control Iran and Its Oil 'Completely'President Trump threatened a military operation against Iran to control its oil, while Tehran plans a broad retaliation targeting maritime communications.
- Al-NaharPlay 'Zain' Captivates Hearts in Riyadh with Full ShowsZain Group celebrates the success of the play 'Amirat Qalbi Zain' in Riyadh.
Arab & world
- 3 newspapers · Al-Anba · Al-Jarida · Al-NaharBarcelona to Settle Matters Early in 'El Clásico'Barcelona hosts Real Madrid in El Clásico aiming to widen the gap, amidst defensive absences for the visitors and the suspension of Vinicius.
- Al-JaridaNetanyahu Intensifies Pressure on Trump to Support His Election CampaignNetanyahu intensifies pressure on Trump to support his election campaign
- Al-RaiFawzi to Guterres: Credibility of the international system at stake in GazaNabil Fawzi warns Guterres of the fragility of the ceasefire in Gaza and calls for the implementation of UN Security Council resolutions.
- Al-NaharJordan: King Threatens Terrorists with an 'Iron Hand'Death toll from the Kerak church attack rises to 9 martyrs amid widespread Arab and international condemnation.
- Al-NaharIstanbul Meeting: We Reject Return to War... Solution is DiplomaticEight countries at the Istanbul meeting agreed to reject military attack on Iran and emphasized the need for a diplomatic solution, as well as ending conflicts in Ukraine and the Gulf.
Sports
- Al-JaridaMedvedev Wins Almaty TitleDaniil Medvedev crowned champion of the Almaty Tennis Open
