Kuwait Domestic ⁣News

Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, first Deputy‌ Prime Minister and minister‌ of⁣ Interior, has directed officials to facilitate direct sales of agricultural products ​from farmers to consumers. This initiative‍ aims to lower the ‍prices of fruits and vegetables for Kuwaiti citizens.

Abdul ⁤Rahman al-Mutairi, Minister⁢ of Facts and Culture, Minister of State for Youth Affairs, and Chairman of the⁣ National council for Culture, Arts and ⁢letters, emphasized the importance of human capital in Kuwait’s development, citing the “Sikaik” project – cultural guided tours in ⁣the Mubarakiya‍ markets – as an example.

Dr. Mathal‌ Al-Huwaila, Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs, reaffirmed her commitment to addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities and ensuring the quality of care they receive.

The Habitat Public ​Authority (EPA)‌ reported five environmental violations in the southern⁤ nuwaiseeb region. These included the use of construction materials harmful to ⁣wildlife and⁢ unauthorized grazing in restricted areas.

Kuwait’s Foreign Policy & Regional Concerns

Kuwait has unequivocally affirmed it’s support for Somalia’s sovereignty over all its territory.This statement comes in response to the recent proclamation of mutual recognition between the Israeli occupation authorities and the self-declared Somaliland region. Kuwait considers this announcement unacceptable.

Kuwait joined 21 other‌ nations in a ⁤joint statement condemning Israel’s recognition of Somaliland.The statement, ​issued from Cairo, characterizes‍ the move as a violation of‍ international law and a threat to peace‌ and security in the Horn of⁣ Africa⁢ and ⁤the Red Sea region. Reuters reported on the joint statement.

The League of Arab States announced an emergency meeting of‍ permanent delegates scheduled for Sunday to discuss the implications of Israel’s recognition of​ Somaliland.

Regional Conflict – Thailand and Cambodia

A‌ new ceasefire has been declared between Thailand and Cambodia,⁤ bringing ‍an end ⁢to 20 days of violent border clashes.These clashes, the most severe in years, ⁢resulted ‌in fatalities and the displacement of hundreds of⁢ thousands of people on both sides of the‍ border. Al Jazeera provides details on‍ the ceasefire agreement.