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Three Iranians Arrested in Major Drug Bust by Kuwait Coast Guard

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4 months ago

March 24, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, March 24: In a successful qualitative operation, the General Administration of Coast Guard dealt a significant blow to drug smuggling attempts, foiling an operation to smuggle narcotics into the country through its territorial waters. The operation led to the seizure of a large quantity of illegal substances and the arrest of three individuals of Iranian nationality involved in the smuggling attempt.

Authorities confiscated approximately 125 kilograms of hashish, 9 hashish sticks, 8 strips of Lyrica, and 5 bags of Captagon pills from the suspects. The seized contraband has an estimated market value of around 500,000 Kuwaiti dinars.

The security operation was initiated after the Coast Guard’s advanced radar system detected a suspicious boat entering Kuwaiti territorial waters. Patrols were swiftly deployed to intercept the vessel, which was surrounded and stopped. The three Iranian nationals on board were apprehended in possession of the illegal substances. The suspects and the seized items have been handed over to the relevant authorities for further legal action.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed that the Coast Guard serves as a robust security shield, safeguarding Kuwait’s territorial waters and preventing any attempts to smuggle contraband. The Ministry emphasized that any threat to Kuwait’s security will be met with unwavering resolve and that the nation’s security forces remain vigilant and fully prepared at all times to protect the country’s stability and safety.

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Six Fire Teams Battle Kabd Warehouse Inferno

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July 22, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, July 22: Six firefighting teams swiftly responded to a massive blaze that broke out at a warehouse on a farm in the Kabd area Tuesday afternoon. Thanks to their coordinated efforts, the fire was brought under control and fully contained, preventing further spread and damage. Authorities confirmed that no major injuries were reported in the incident.

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Expat In His Forties Found Hanging In Hawally Building

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12 hours ago

July 22, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, July 23: An expatriate man in his forties was found dead on Monday morning in what appears to be a case of suicide by hanging in a residential building in the Hawally area.

According to the Ministry of Interior, a building guard in Block 1 of Hawally reported discovering an unconscious man on the staircase. Police and emergency medical teams immediately responded to the scene, where they confirmed the man had died after hanging himself using a rope tied to the stair railing.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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Kuwait court frees Kuwaiti man peddling in arms

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17 hours ago

July 22, 2025

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KUWAIT CITY, July 22: The Criminal Court, headed by Counselor Nasser Al-Badr, released on bail of KD500 a citizen — one of 13 individuals under trial for trafficking in unlicensed firearms and ammunition, in addition to money laundering. The hearing was postponed until Sept 15 to summon the incident officer. Attorney Dhari Al-Tararwa, who appeared in court on behalf of the citizen, presented comprehensive legal arguments. He requested his client’s release, asserting that there are no justifications for the pretrial detention and that there is no danger in releasing the accused. The court granted the request.

The Public Prosecution charged the defendants with possession of various firearms, like pistols and Kalashnikov machine guns, and unlicensed ammunition for trafficking, as well as money laundering, in which the money involved is estimated at thousands of Kuwaiti dinars proven to have been obtained through illegal activities. Case files indicate that the defendants’ roles varied, some were involved in the possession and trafficking of firearms, while others assisted and participated in the agreement and planning. The case documents include details regarding communications, weapons distribution, and methods of transferring funds.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff