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Italy celebrated a fourth-straight World Cup qualifying win with a comfortable 3-1 Group I victory over Estonia in Tallinn.The visitors ensured they kept the pressure on Norway — who currently top the group — and victory meant they pulled three points clear of Israel with a game in hand.Moise Kean carried on his rich vein of form in front of goal for his country with his fourth goal in qualifying, which put Italy ahead before Mateo Retegui doubled their lead.Francesco Pio Esposito came off the bench to claim his first goal for Italy but Estonia were able to get on…

Rúben Neves got Portugal out of jail with an injury-time World Cup qualifying winner against the Republic of Ireland after Cristiano Ronaldo had seen his penalty saved by Caoimhín Kelleher.Just as they had done in 2021, the Portuguese left it late, Neves heading home in the first minute of stoppage time to snatch a 1-0 win, four years after Ronaldo had scored twice at the death to see off a stubborn Ireland.Heimir Hallgrimsson’s men looked set to leave Lisbon’s Jose Alvalade Stadium with a hard-fought point but ultimately did so empty-handed, although having restored a good deal of pride with…

Ruben Neves got Portugal out of jail with an injury-time World Cup qualifying winner against the Republic of Ireland after Cristiano Ronaldo had seen his penalty saved by Caoimhín Kelleher.Heimir Hallgrimsson’s men looked set to leave Lisbon’s Jose Alvalade Stadium with a hard-fought point but ultimately did so empty-handed, although having restored a good deal of price with a battling display which erased some of the memories of last month’s embarrassing defeat in Armenia. Defeat, however, leaves them staring down the barrel, with their first three Group F games having yielded just a single point. Image: Kelleher saved Cristiano Ronaldo’s…

Erling Haaland reached 21 goals for the season for club and country as his hat-trick helped Norway to a 5-0 win over Israel in their World Cup qualifier after pro-Palestine protests in Oslo.Haaland’s latest hat-trick means he has surpassed the 20-goal mark for the season in just 12 games. His second goal of the match – a header from Antonio Nusa’s cross – made it 50 goals for Norway in just 46 matches. Haaland could have had more had he converted a first-half penalty, but he saw see two attempts from 12 yards saved after referee Szymon Marciniak ordered the…

From farming solutions to industrial cooperation, Spain eyes closer ties as it marks National Day KUWAIT: Spain has long been one of the most beloved destinations for Kuwaiti travelers. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, world-class cuisine and welcoming atmosphere, Spain offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity that continues to attract visitors from around the world. With Spain celebrating its National Day, Ambassador of Spain to Kuwait Manuel Hernández Gamallo shared insights with Kuwait Times on the enduring friendship between the two countries.Kuwait Times: Spain and Kuwait have enjoyed long-standing ties, how would you describe the nature…

NEW YORK: Kuwait on Thursday called for reforms to the global financial system to make it “more fair and transparent” while addressing the needs of developing and least-developed countries. The country also urged the accelerated implementation of commitments to channel special drawing rights to support the most vulnerable nations.The remarks were delivered by Kuwaiti diplomatic attaché Rashid Farhan before the United Nations General Assembly’s Second Committee, which deals with economic and financial matters.The global financial system has long faced criticism for favoring wealthy nations while leaving developing countries vulnerable to debt crises and economic shocks. Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), created…

First Deputy PM highlights decades of cooperation in international security during visit LYON: Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah was awarded the Interpol Medal of the Highest Order on Friday, recognizing Kuwait’s long-standing support and active role in the global policing organization. The medal was presented by Interpol Secretary General, Major General Dr Ahmed Al-Raisi, during a meeting in Lyon that focused on cooperation in security and international crime prevention. Kuwait’s Ambassador to France Abdullah Al-Shahin also attended the meeting.The medal represents the highest level of distinction granted by Interpol to international…

PARIS: Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah got a close-up look at how France prepares for security challenges during a visit Friday to the southeastern regional command center of the French National Gendarmerie. Hosted by Regional Commander General Frédéric Boudier, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef witnessed full-scale riot control exercises at battalion level, including the use of armored vehicles and public order drills with drones and helicopters.Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef toured the gendarmerie’s facilities, attending detailed briefings on the operational structure, roles and procedures of various units. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah shakes hands with…

First GCC Pediatric Associations Conference brings together experts to unify pediatric practices KUWAIT: The First GCC Pediatric Associations Conference opened in Kuwait on Saturday, bringing together doctors, researchers and health officials from across the Gulf and beyond to strengthen cooperation in children’s healthcare and address shared challenges across the region. The three-day event, hosted under the patronage of Kuwait’s Health Minister Dr Ahmad Al-Awadhi and attended by Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi, features experts from Gulf states alongside medical specialists from Europe, the United States and Asia.Organizers say the conference aims to enhance GCC collaboration in pediatrics, share…

KUWAIT: The Ahmadi Governorate collected 152 blood bags during its sixth blood donation campaign held Friday at The Warehouse Mall in South Sabahiyah. Held under the patronage and in the presence of Ahmadi Governor Sheikh Humoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the campaign — organized in cooperation with the Ministry of Health’s Blood Transfusion Services Department — ran from 1 pm to 7 pm.The event drew “remarkable turnout from citizens and expats,” according to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), in what they described as an encouraging sign of community awareness about the importance of blood donation and strengthening the country’s strategic blood reserves.…