Kuwait's top news — 26 October 2026
12 stories from 5 newspapers — ranked by how many newspapers covered each event, with a Qiyas summary for each.
Top stories
- 2 newspapers · Al-Seyassah · SarmadHamad Al-Sabah: Importance of Coordinating Cooperation to Enhance Aviation Security and Safety in the Middle East - SarmadChairman of the Kuwait Civil Aviation Authority Sheikh Hamad Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination and cooperation among Middle Eastern countries to unify efforts and support collective decisions, contributing to strengthening the security and safety of civil aviation and addressing...
- 2 newspapers · Al-Wasat · SarmadDefense Minister Witnesses Inauguration of Memorial for 'Desert Shield' and 'Desert Storm' OperationsAl-Ali inaugurates a memorial for the Desert Shield and Desert Storm operations in Washington, emphasizing the depth of Kuwaiti-American relations.
- Al-JaridaAl-Yousef to Al-Jarida: Dangers are imminent, unity is essentialFahad Al-Yousef emphasizes the importance of internal unity and addressing files concerning citizens and residents.
- Al-WasatUS Warnings Signal Renewed Strikes on Iran as Pressure MountsAn intelligence memo warns of Iranian plans, alongside Beshkeian's visit to Putin and a land blockade on Iran.
- Al-NaharHigh directives to support family stabilityMinister of Justice Nasser Al-Samaitt affirmed that amendments to the Civil Law implement the directives of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad, to support family stability and protect their only home from division or auction.
- SarmadTrump Describes Norway as a 'Bad and Dirty' Country - SarmadTrump criticized Norway in Michigan for not awarding him the Nobel Peace Prize, favoring Navi Pillay.
Economy
- Al-WasatCustodian of the Two Holy Mosques: 500 Riyals Monthly Increase for Employees and PensionersA 500 riyal increase for employees, pensioners, and families benefiting from social security to mitigate the impact of tariff adjustments.
- Al-JaridaOil Prices Drop While Remaining Near Six-Month HighsOil prices declined while staying near their highest levels in six months, amid concerns over Houthi attacks and the war's impact on Iran, while Fatih Birol warned of the difficulty in returning markets to their previous state.
- Al-WasatChamber of Commerce Highlights Global Investment Opportunities at UNCTAD Forum in DohaThe Chamber's participation in the 9th Global Investment Forum to enhance economic cooperation
- Al-NaharAl-Adwani: 'Murtaba' Opens a New Era for ExplorationTalal Al-Adwani highlights the success of the Murtaba field in efficiently converting discoveries into production.
Arab & world
- Al-NaharNetanyahu: Tehran Renewing Its Nuclear ProgramThe Israeli Prime Minister warns against Iran's nuclear program and describes the final days before the elections as decisive.
- Al-NaharUK reopens the "Brexit" fileBritish Prime Minister announces reconsideration of freedom of movement rules with the European Union.
