Kuwait's top news — 27 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-RaiSaudi Cabinet Emphasizes Commitment to Stability and the Pivotal Role of 'Mecca Agreement' States in Securing Regional SecuritySaudi Cabinet reaffirms the role of the Mecca Agreement in ensuring security
- 2 newspapers · Al-Jarida · Al-SeyassahInterior Ministry: Four Suspects Arrested in Three Drug and Psychotropic Trafficking CasesThe General Administration for Combating Narcotics arrested four suspects in possession of narcotics.
- Al-NaharHamad Al-Ali Conveys Political Leadership's Condolences to Victims of 'Terrorist' Attack on Al-Karak ChurchThe Minister of the Diwan Amiri Affairs conveyed the political leadership's condolences to the victims of the attack on a church in Al-Karak.
- Al-AnbaForeign Minister: Kuwait's Support for the UN is Steadfast, Its Commitment to Charter Principles is FirmForeign Minister Jara Al-Jaber and UN Representative Ghada Taher reaffirmed Kuwait's firm commitment to supporting the international organization and enhancing diplomacy and humanitarian work.
- SarmadEgyptian Foreign Ministry: Monitoring Egyptian Who Crossed Border into Israel - SarmadEgyptian Foreign Ministry announces monitoring of a citizen who crossed the border into Israel near Netanya
- Al-AnbaAoun Reiterates Desire to Complete UNIFIL Mission to Irish Defense Minister, Welcomes Alternative European Force if Mandate Extension FailsPresident Aoun stresses the importance of continuing the UNIFIL mission in the south and discusses with Irish Minister McEntee the possibility of forming an alternative European force to ensure stability and prevent a security vacuum.
- Al-RaiAmir: More development for close ties with BrazilThe Crown Prince sent a congratulatory message to the President of Brazil, wishing for the development of relations
- Al-WasatDamascus: Efforts to Foil the Zionist 'Chess Strategy' in SuwaydaAn analysis of Israel's role in igniting tensions between Damascus and Suwayda through a coercive strategy.
- Kuwait NewsHis Highness the Amir, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Visits National Guard During 'Esnad 4' ExerciseHis Highness the Amir visits the National Guard during the 'Esnad 4' exercise
- Al-Nahar"Accounting Report".. Handed Over to the LeadershipThe Amir, Crown Prince, and Prime Minister received the head of the Court of Accounts to deliver the annual report for the 2025/2026 fiscal year.
- SarmadHouthi: Egyptian Parliament's Authorization for Sisi to Declare War on YemenHouthi describes the Egyptian Parliament's authorization for Sisi as a declaration of war on Yemen
- Al-SeyassahTender for Supply of 300,000 Smart Water Meters Postponed to November 22The Central Tenders Board has postponed the tender for the supply and installation of smart water meters from November 8 to November 22, with bids to be submitted to the ministry and then to the Court of Audit for oversight.
- SarmadKuwait International Land and Sea Equipment Exhibition Launches in 'Mishref' - SarmadThe Kuwait International Land and Sea Equipment Exhibition has launched in Mishref with broad participation.
- Al-JaridaAl-Jaber: Diplomacy is a fundamental pillar of Kuwait's identity and foreign policySheikh Jaraah Al-Jaber addresses the Kuwait UN Mission celebration, stressing the role of diplomacy in safeguarding peace
- Al-RaiThe Leader... Their GuardianHis Highness the Amir of Kuwait inspects National Guard personnel during Exercise Support 4.
- Al-RaiDiscovery of cells outside the brain capable of learning and remembering!Discovery of cells in body tissues possessing the ability to learn and retain memories
- Al-RaiRenewed Kuwaiti-Italian Cooperation in Defense, Investment, and SecurityMeloni's visit lays the foundation for a strategic partnership with Kuwait encompassing defense, investment, and security.
- Al-Seyassah212 Security, Traffic, and Supervisory Measures During Expanded Campaign in Sabah Al-SalemThe Security Directorate of the Al-Mubarak Al-Kabir Governorate conducted an expanded campaign in Sabah Al-Salem in cooperation with multiple agencies, resulting in the arrest of wanted individuals and violators, and the issuance of traffic and administrative violations.
Economy
- Al-AnbaCrown Prince: Diversification of Investment FieldsCrown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received Larry Finke and Scott Charles Nutall to discuss ways to enhance economic cooperation and diversify investments, and sent congratulatory messages to the presidents of Brazil and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
- Al-AnbaPrime Minister Discusses Joint Investment Cooperation with Heads of BlackRock and KKRThe Prime Minister met with the heads of BlackRock and KKR to discuss investment cooperation and sent congratulatory messages to the President of Brazil and the Governor of Saint Vincent.
- Al-JaridaGold Under Fire... and Its AshesAnalysis of gold fluctuations and the impact of the US-Iran war on demand and reserves
- Al-WasatMinistry of Oil discusses smart technology field management via 'Codev'The Ministry of Oil discussed the Codev project for digital field management, with participation from engineers from Kuwait Oil Company.
- Al-NaharSaudi Energy Minister: Energy Security Future Depends on Flexibility and InvestmentThe Saudi Energy Minister affirmed that energy security relies on flexibility, investment, and reliable partnerships during his participation in the Singapore International Energy Week 2026.
Arab & world
- Al-NaharIran Attack Sparks "Sharp Dispute" Between Netanyahu and ZamiA sharp dispute has emerged between the Israeli Prime Minister and the Chief of Staff regarding directives to execute a military operation against Iran, amid fears of exploiting the file for electoral purposes.
- Al-NaharTrump administration nominates Orbán for UN Secretary-GeneralA Wall Street Journal report indicates that Trump and Orbán are backed by Russia and China for the Secretary-General position.
- Al-QabasLapid: Netanyahu Defeated in Elections; Public Told Him to Go HomeOpposition leader Yair Lapid announces the defeat of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc in the elections, with Gadi Eisenkot's camp gaining ground.
Sports
- Al-SeyassahPortuguese Football Federation Confirms Ronaldo's Inclusion in Preliminary National Team SquadRonaldo included in the preliminary squad for matches against Denmark and Wales following his dispute with the coach
- Al-RaiMbappe Apologizes After Insulting ChinaKylian Mbappe apologizes for slight to Mo Zi Tong
- Al-Rai'Ballon d'Or'... Kane Was Justly HonoredHarry Kane crowned with the Ballon d'Or
- Al-RaiKvaratskhelia Undergoes Successful Surgery in DohaParis Saint-Germain announces successful surgery for Kvaratskhelia in Doha
