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Trump gives Iran one week to return to talks
US President threatens attacks on power plants and bridges as Tehran vows to disrupt regional energy routes US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the United States could expand its ongoing military campaign to target key infrastructure, including power plants and bridges, if Tehran fails to return to negotiations and reach an agreement by … The post
Kuwait braces for scorching weekend
Coastal humidity, strong winds and extreme heat are expected to dominate Kuwait’s weather through the weekend, with temperatures forecast to approach 50 degrees Celsius, according to the Meteorological Department. Acting Director of the Meteorological Department Dharar Al-Ali said Kuwait is currently under the influence of a surface low-pressure system accom
Death toll from Typhoon Bavi rises to 26 in Philippines
The Philippines’ Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Thursday said the death toll from heavy rains triggered by Typhoon Bavi, locally named Inday, and the southwest monsoon had risen to 26. The OCD said in a report that 14 people remain missing, adding that search, rescue and retrieval operations were continuing in the affected areas. … The post Death toll from
Kuwaiti oil falls to $84.97 pb despite gains in global benchmarks
The price of Kuwaiti crude oil declined by $2.97 to $84.97 per barrel (pb) in Wednesday’s trading, down from $87.94 per barrel on Tuesday, according to figures released by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC). Meanwhile, global oil markets edged higher, with Brent crude rising 22 cents to $84.95 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate … The post Kuw
Fire engulfs vehicles in Fahaheel parking lot, no injuries reported
Firefighters from the Fahaheel Fire Station brought a fire under control after it destroyed several vehicles in the parking area of a building in Fahaheel on Thursday afternoon. The Kuwait Fire Force said the blaze was successfully contained, preventing it from spreading further. No injuries were reported in the incident, and the authorities are investigatin
UK nationalizes British Steel to protect jobs and industry
British Government says public ownership will protect strategic steelmaking, preserve thousands of jobs, and strengthen Britain’s industrial future. The UK government has officially brought British Steel into public ownership, marking a major intervention aimed at safeguarding the country’s steelmaking capacity, protecting thousands of jobs, and securing a s
Air India crash probe enters final phase as investigators complete cockpit transcript
AAIB expects investigation to conclude within weeks, with draft final report targeted for October. India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has entered the final phase of its investigation into last year’s Air India Boeing 787 crash that killed 260 people shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. According to a court filing, investigators have compl
Heartbroken Kane reflects on England’s semifinal defeat, praises Messi’s brilliance
England captain Harry Kane expressed deep disappointment after his side’s 2-1 defeat to defending champions Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final, describing the loss as “extremely painful” after coming so close to reaching England’s first World Cup final since 1966. England took the lead through Anthony Gordon before Argentina mounted a late comeb
Algeria orphanage fire kills at least 11 people, 19 injured
At least 11 people died and 19 were injured after an orphanage caught fire in Algeria, according to new agencies. The blaze struck in Mohammadia, a district of the capital Algiers, early on Thursday. Among the injured, 10 suffered burns of varying severity, two were left with breathing difficulties and seven received treatment for shock. The post Algeria orp
Asian markets slide as Iran war tensions keep oil prices elevated
Asian stock markets mostly declined on Thursday as investor concerns over the escalating U.S.-Iran conflict weighed on sentiment, while oil prices eased slightly but remained at elevated levels. U.S. stock futures were largely unchanged, while losses in artificial intelligence-related shares pressured markets in South Korea and Japan. South Korea’s Kospi ind
Referee Elfath’s post-match gesture captures global attention
American referee of Moroccan origin Ismail Elfath captured widespread attention following the final whistle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between Argentina and England, after making a heartfelt gesture of gratitude on the pitch. Moments after Argentina secured a 2-1 victory to book its place in the World Cup final against Spain, Elfath was … The post
Eight Kuwait CEOs named on CNBC Arabia’s Top 100 Business Leaders list
Eight of Kuwait’s leading business executives have been named among CNBC Arabia’s Top 100 Business Leaders for 2026, recognizing their leadership, corporate performance, and contributions to shaping the region’s economy and business landscape. The prestigious list highlights influential chairpersons, founders, and chief executives driving innovation, growth,
IRU tightens transparency rules with new disclosure deadline of July 30
Kuwait’s Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) has instructed all companies subject to Law No. 125 of 2019 on Insurance Regulation and its executive regulations to complete the update of their beneficial ownership data and disclose the information through the Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s electronic portal no later than July 30. In a circular issued to … The
US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns of broader military action
The US military announced a new wave of attacks on Iran, it says is aimed at “degrading” Iranian military capability. The strikes come after the US military said it would begin enforcing a naval blockade. DW has more. Iran’s top negotiator and parliamentary speaker Mohammad Qalibaf says Tehran had “never welcomed war,” but nevertheless “must … The post US la
Kuwait bolsters defenses, rallies Gulf support following fresh Iranian attack claims
Kuwait has reinforced both its military preparedness and diplomatic engagement following what it describes as renewed Iranian aggression, with the Armed Forces reporting the interception of hostile drones and Gulf nations expressing support for the country’s sovereignty and security. The Kuwaiti Army announced that its air defense systems intercepted hostile
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Kuwait invests $49.3 billion in industrial sector; 932 factories provide 158,000 jobs
Kuwait’s industrial sector continued its steady expansion during the first half of 2026, with industrial investments reaching $49.32 billion across 932 factories, according to the latest data released by the Gulf Industrial Platform, affiliated with the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting under the GCC General Secretariat. The sector employs approxim
Kuwait’s US Treasury Holdings rise 17% to $66.8 billion
Kuwait’s investments in U.S. Treasury securities climbed to $66.81 billion at the end of May 2026, marking a 17.17 percent increase, or $9.79 billion, compared with $57.02 billion recorded in May 2025, according to data released by the U.S. Treasury Department. The figures also showed that Kuwait’s holdings increased by $760 million, or 1.15 percent, … The p
Strait of Hormuz at center of escalation as US and Iran trade new threats
Tensions between the United States and Iran intensified on Wednesday as both sides raised the stakes in a widening confrontation centered on the Strait of Hormuz, regional shipping routes and energy exports. U.S. President Donald Trump warned Tehran that it could face further military action if it does not return to negotiations, saying future strikes … The
‘Ship Has Safely Crossed’, Indian seafarer’s final message to family before fatal attack on vessel
An Indian marine engineer who was killed in an attack on a commercial vessel near the Strait of Hormuz had sent his family a reassuring final message moments before the incident, saying the ship had safely crossed the Gulf. Heramb Karmarkar, 30, from Pune, was among the Indian crew members reported missing after the Cyprus-flagged … The post ‘Ship Has Safely