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KUWAIT: Kuwait is marking the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict, observed annually on November 6, to highlight the destructive impact of wars on the natural environment. The United Nations General Assembly designated the day following a proposal by Kuwait in 2001. The initiative aims to draw attention to the catastrophic consequences of environmental damage during conflicts.Kuwait’s proposal followed the environmental disaster caused by the 1990-1991 Iraqi invasion, during which retreating forces set fire to around 737 oil wells, leaving one of the world’s worst environmental crises. The UN General Assembly adopted…

Blocs working toward FTA • Official says EU committed to long-term investment partnership with GCC KUWAIT: Gulf and European leaders gathered in Kuwait at the 9th EU-GCC Business Forum calling for deeper trade and investment partnerships to boost growth and achieve shared prosperity, amid growing global economic uncertainty.EU Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maros Sefcovic said the European Union is committed to building “a long-term trade and investment partnership” with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and is “doing its utmost” to advance this goal. Speaking to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Wednesday, Sefcovic said current global uncertainty “has a…

KUWAIT: Zain announced its strategic partnership with the 9th EU GCC Business Forum, hosted in the State of Kuwait and organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, and the European Union, in partnership with the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA), under the patronage and presence of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.Zain took part in the opening ceremony held at Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Center, which was attended by Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, and the Acting Minister of Finance and Minister of State for…

KUWAIT: Winter Wonderland Kuwait opened for its fourth season on Thursday, unveiling a refreshed setup spanning more than 129,000 square meters. Abdullah Al-Rifaie, Spokesperson for Kuwait’s Touristic Enterprises Company’s which oversees the park, told KUNA that the new season features over 70 rides and attractions for all age groups. Highlights include an outdoor skating area, two horror and adventure castles and a stage for concerts and events.“This season also introduces expanded events and services, with new food and beverage areas,” Al-Rifaie said. “We are collaborating with local partners to provide a complete entertainment experience for visitors.” He added that the…

KUWAIT: Italy’s military attaché in Kuwait, Colonel Michele Rega, said Monday that ties between Italy and Kuwait represent a “firmly established model of friendship and cooperation” built on trust and mutual respect. Speaking at a celebration of Italy’s National Unity and Armed Forces Day at the Italian Embassy, Colonel Rega noted that relations between the two countries continue to grow in political, military, cultural, and economic fields.The event, held on November 4, was attended by Kuwait’s Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense, Sheikh Abdullah Al-Meshal Al-Sabah, Air Force Commander Brigadier General Nasser Abdullah Al-Shureida, and a host of ambassadors, military…

Celtic were beaten 3-1 at Europa League table-toppers Midtjylland to make it a miserable return to European football for Hoops interim boss Martin O’Neill as he suffered his first defeat in charge.After making a perfect start to life back at Celtic following a home league win over Falkirk and a Scottish Cup semi-final victory against Rangers, O’Neill was handed a reality check in the Europa League. Midtjylland ran riot in the first half against the Scottish champions with an eight-minute three-goal blitz doing the damage. Team news Martin O’Neill made two changes to the side that beat Rangers in the…

Morgan Gibbs-White missed a penalty as Nottingham Forest were held in the Europa League to a 0-0 draw against Sturm Graz. There was a clear eye from Sean Dyche on Sunday’s Premier League game with Leeds United at the City Ground as he made seven changes to the side that drew 2-2 with Manchester United, including leaving out Elliot Anderson, Matz Selz and Murillo. In a game of few openings where the hosts only posted three shots, Forest created the better chances, but Gibbs-White was denied from 12 yards by goalkeeper Oliver Christensen, while Nicolas Dominguez was denied a winner…

Jeff KassoufNov 6, 2025, 12:42 PM ETCloseJeff Kassouf covers women’s soccer for ESPN, focusing on the USWNT and NWSL. In 2009, he founded The Equalizer, a women’s soccer news outlet, and he previously won a Sports Emmy at NBC Sports and Olympics.The 2025 NWSL playoffs are here and just like in the regular season, everyone is chasing the Kansas City Current after the Shield-winners’ historic season. Kansas City is the undeniable favorite to win the NWSL Championship on Nov. 22, but historically, the NWSL has been anything but predictable.Could one of the other seven teams go on a run for…

Ministerial committee reviews outcomes of Chinese VP Han Zheng’s ‘fruitful’ visit to Kuwait KUWAIT: His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister of Kuwait, chaired on Wednesday the 33rd meeting of the ministerial committee tasked with following up on the country’s major development projects. During the meeting at Bayan Palace, Sheikh Ahmad reviewed the outcomes of Chinese Vice President Han Zheng’s visit to Kuwait on November 1-2, described as “fruitful” in a press release published by Kuwait News Agency (KUNA).The discussions covered cooperation in the economic, investment, trade, industrial, transport, infrastructure, energy, artificial intelligence, food security, digital, and civil…

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel says the Amir’s Award for Distinguished Factories is helping position the country as a promising hub for responsible and high-quality manufacturing. At a press conference Thursday announcing the seventh edition of the award, Al-Ajeel said the initiative is “more than just symbolic recognition.” “It’s a national message affirming that industrial excellence is the path to sustainable development,” he said. “Quality, discipline and adherence to the law are the main pillars of any successful industry.”Al-Ajeel said joint inspection and monitoring efforts between the Public Authority for Industry and other government agencies have…