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Ministry of Interior Arrests Cooperative Manager in Bribery Case

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KUWAIT CITY, April 14: The Ministry of Interior has reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to taking strict action against individuals who abuse their official roles or exploit their positions for personal gain. This stance aligns with the directives of Kuwait’s political leadership and the country’s adherence to international standards in combating all forms of corruption.

In a recent statement, the ministry announced the arrest of a Kuwaiti citizen employed as a manager at a cooperative society. He was apprehended after being accused of soliciting a bribe in exchange for fulfilling tasks associated with his official duties. The arrest followed the filing of an official complaint with the relevant security authorities.

The ministry revealed that, in coordination with the Public Prosecution, legal authorization was obtained to record meetings and conversations related to the case. These interactions were documented through audio and video recordings, ultimately leading to the suspect being caught in the act and referred to the appropriate legal authority for further action.

Describing the offense as a serious crime that undermines public trust in government institutions, the Ministry of Interior emphasized its zero-tolerance approach to corruption and breach of public trust. It also urged citizens and residents to promptly report any similar misconduct—such as demands for bribes or gifts by public employees—while highlighting that Kuwaiti law offers immunity from punishment to anyone who reports such crimes, whether before or after they occur.

The Ministry of Social Affairs added that the arrested individual had been appointed through a four-member committee consisting of representatives from the Public Authority for Manpower, the Union of Consumer Cooperative Societies, and the concerned cooperative society. His appointment was processed via the “Fakhrna” platform. The case has now been referred to the Public Prosecution.

The ministry stressed that this incident is isolated and does not reflect the overall integrity and progress of Kuwait’s cooperative movement.

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Firefighters contain a major blaze at a warehouse in the Sulaibiya area

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Firefighters contain a major blaze at a warehouse in the Sulaibiya area

Firefighters battle a blaze at a warehouse in Kuwait’s Sulaibiya agricultural area on Monday.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 14: A major fire that erupted Monday afternoon in a warehouse stocked with flammable materials on a farm in the Sulaibiya agricultural area was swiftly brought under control by multiple firefighting units.

Teams from the Kabd, Istiqlal, Sulaibiya, and Al-Isnad fire centers responded promptly to the scene, where they worked in coordination to battle the flames and prevent the fire from spreading further.

Despite the presence of highly combustible substances inside the facility, firefighters managed to contain the blaze without any significant injuries reported.

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Kuwait launches intensive fire safety campaign in Shuwaikh Industrial Area

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Kuwait launches intensive fire safety campaign in Shuwaikh Industrial Area

Officials from the Kuwait Fire Force issue violation notices to non-compliant shops in Shuwaikh Industrial Area.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct. 14: The Kuwait Fire Force launched an intensive inspection campaign Monday evening in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, targeting establishments and buildings found to violate fire safety and prevention regulations.

The operation, aimed at bolstering public safety and protecting both lives and property, resulted in 33 warnings and notices being issued to various shops and commercial premises.

According to officials, the campaign forms part of the Fire Force’s ongoing efforts to enforce compliance with safety standards across Kuwait.

Authorities emphasized that similar inspection drives will continue as part of a broader strategy to ensure a safer commercial environment and minimize fire-related risks.

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Six Asians Arrested in Abdali for Running a Liquor Factory in the Desert

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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 13: Security personnel and detectives from Abdali conducted a successful raid on an illegal liquor factory located in a remote desert area of Abdali, arresting six Asian nationals who were operating the facility.

According to a security source, the operation followed a period of close surveillance and investigation after authorities received information about the illicit activity. During the raid, officers discovered a large number of barrels used in the distillation process, along with various tools, equipment, and materials used in the production of alcohol. Additionally, numerous bottles of locally made liquor, already filled and prepared for sale, were seized from the site.

Upon interrogation, the six arrested individuals reportedly confessed to manufacturing the liquor and distributing it for sale. Both the suspects and the confiscated materials have been referred to the relevant authorities for further legal action.

It is worth noting that in August, the Ministry of Interior arrested 67 individuals linked to the production and sale of locally made alcoholic beverages during raids on ten illegal factories — six dedicated to manufacturing and four operating within residential and industrial areas.

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