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Schools out, caution urged as heavy dust storm blankets Kuwait

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KUWAIT: A powerful dust storm swept into Kuwait from the west on Monday, reducing visibility across the country and prompting health and safety warnings from authorities. The meteorological department confirmed that the dust storm sweeping across the country on Monday covered all areas and will continue through the night.

The ministry of education announced that classes will be held remotely on Tuesday across all schools due to the ongoing dust storm, prioritizing student safety while maintaining the learning process. Teaching and administrative staff are required to report to school in person, while lessons will be held via the Teams platform.

Acting Meteorological Department Director Dherar Al-Ali told KUNA that horizontal visibility ranged from 1,000 m to less than 100 m and was completely absent in some areas. He explained northwesterly winds reached speeds of over 60 km/h, with the department’s automated monitoring stations — operated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation — recording gusts exceeding 80 km/h, driving waves over six feet high and pushing dust across the country. Al-Ali noted that weather conditions are expected to gradually improve starting Tuesday morning, and urged the public to stay updated through the department’s official website, mobile app and social media accounts.

The ministry of interior urged everyone to exercise caution and adhere to safety guidelines. In a press statement, it emphasized the importance of following instructions and avoiding going outdoors unless absolutely necessary. Citizens, residents and seagoers were urged not to hesitate to contact the emergency hotline (112) in case of any urgent situation.

The ministry also called on motorists to avoid using hazard lights except for signaling danger, to follow weather alerts, maintain safe distances while driving and reduce speed when visibility drops. Drivers were also reminded not to use mobile phones while driving, to keep windows closed, use air recirculation mode, avoid driving near sand accumulations, and switch to alternative routes when visibility is severely reduced.

The ministry of health affirmed the importance of adhering to health and precautionary guidelines and avoiding leaving home except in necessary cases. It stressed the need to wear masks in open spaces, particularly for highly affected groups such as asthma patients, allergy sufferers and people with weakened immune systems. The ministry also urged individuals with allergies and chronic respiratory diseases to regularly take their prescribed preventive medications, closely monitor their health and not hesitate to visit the nearest health center or hospital if respiratory symptoms worsen or if assistance is needed.

The meteorological department earlier issued a weather warning forecasting a sharp shift in conditions due to the passage of a cold front. Temperatures reached highs of 38°C Monday, but are expected to drop overnight, with lows around 20°C and highs of 31°C forecast for Tuesday. Drivers were urged to take extreme caution on highways due to poor visibility, and seagoers were warned to avoid venturing out amid high wave activity. — Agencies

The meteorological department said the dust storm will gradually subside overnight, with improved weather expected by Tuesday morning. The public is encouraged to follow official channels — including the department’s website, mobile app, and social media — for the latest weather updates. – Agencies

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KUNA Acting Director visits Huawei, urges digital tech for media advancement

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 SHENZHEN, China:  Acting Director General of Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Mohammad Al-Mannai, visited Sunday the headquarters of Chinese tech giant Huawei in Shenzhen during his official trip to China.

The visit aligns with KUNA’s efforts to integrate digital solutions and adopt new technologies to enhance media content production.

During the visit, Al-Mannai met with Huawei’s Deputy CEO for the Northern Gulf Dai Xing, to explore cooperation in digital infrastructure, media tools, and training programs aimed at enhancing KUNA’s editorial and technical team capabilities.

Al-Mannai emphasized the importance of collaborating with leading tech companies like Huawei to boost media capabilities through digital innovation, highlighting the urgent need to adopt advanced digital technologies that are transforming data analysis and audience engagement.

Al-Mannai and his delegation toured Huawei’s exhibitions, and Research, and Development (R&D) Center, where they were introduced to the latest innovations in automation and digital media solutions.

The visit was held on the sidelines of KUNA’s participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Forum, held in Zhengzhou, China. The delegation includes Acting Editor-in-Chief Mohammad Al-Bahar and Director of Marketing and Public Relations Lamia Al-Farsi.— KUNA

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192 arrested in security sweep; weapons seized

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KUWAIT: The Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of 192 violators and wanted individuals during a wide-ranging security campaign launched by the General Department of Residency Investigations. The campaign targeted several densely populated areas, including Jahra, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Mahboula, Qurain Markets, Ahmadi and Fahaheel.

In a statement issued Friday, the ministry said the campaign comes within the framework of an ongoing nationwide crackdown across all governorates, carried out under the directives of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah. The operations are being implemented under the direct supervision of Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Major General Ali Al-Adwani. The ministry affirmed its continued efforts to uphold the law and ensure public safety, noting that violations of residency and labor regulations will be dealt with firmly. It stressed that accountability will apply to both the violator and the employer and warned that no leniency will be shown to those found breaking the law.

Meanwhile, in a separate operation, the General Directorate of Weapons Investigation—represented by the Search and Investigation Department—arrested two individuals working for a local airline on charges related to the possession of unlicensed ammunition and alcoholic beverages. According to the ministry, the first suspect, a Pakistani national employed as a doctor, was detained at Kuwait International Airport after 64 rounds of ammunition were discovered in his luggage. During questioning, the suspect confessed to owning the ammunition and claimed he had received it from a colleague.

Following this admission, a second suspect, a Kuwaiti citizen working as a pilot, was arrested at the airport. Upon interrogation, the suspect confirmed the doctor’s statements. A search warrant was subsequently issued by the Public Prosecution to inspect his residence and vehicle, leading to the discovery of 500 additional rounds of unlicensed ammunition.

Further searches at a secondary residence in Shab Al-Bahri uncovered 87 bottles of alcoholic beverages along with equipment and materials used in alcohol production. The suspect confessed to possessing the unlicensed ammunition and to manufacturing alcohol using tools purchased online. The two suspects were referred to the competent authorities for further legal action. The Ministry of Interior reiterated its firm stance against all forms of illegal activity and affirmed that it will continue its operations to safeguard public security. — Agencies

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KOC and KU to enhance joint research

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KUWAIT: A delegation from Kuwait University visited Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) in Al-Ahmadi on July 23, 2025 to discuss ways to enhance joint research cooperation between the two institutions. This visit comes as a follow-up to the existing coordination on the main research agreement signed between the two parties in July 2019, relating to cooperation in the fields of reservoirs and heavy oil, which aims to achieve strategic research and development objectives.

The agreement focuses on strengthening research cooperation between Kuwait University and Kuwait Oil Company through technology and knowledge transfer, improving oil production and refining processes, developing industrial and technological processes through scientific research, and attracting as many members of the university’s academic staff as possible.

At the beginning of the visit, the Kuwait University delegation, represented by Assistant Vice President for External Research Cooperation and Consultancy Dr Mubkhout Mohammed Al-Dosari and Assistant Vice President for Research Funding and Implementation Dr Abdul Latif Abdullah Al-Rashdan, met with Kuwait Oil Company Vice President for Gas and Innovation Amina Rajab. Rajab praised Kuwait University’s efforts in promoting fruitful research cooperation with Kuwait Oil Company and stressed the importance of intensifying research related to the challenges facing the natural gas sector.

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During the meeting, Dr Mubkhout Al-Dosari affirmed that Kuwait University is working, under the signed agreement, to support the company’s decision-making process, contributing to the development of effective strategies that support research interests and achieve scientific progress through external partnerships, to direct research towards creativity and innovation.

The delegation also met Bader Mohammed Al-Ajmi, Director of Innovation and Technology, who welcomed the attendees and emphasized the importance of cooperation between the two sides in serving research, development, and comprehensive development for the benefit of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, Dr Abdul Latif Al-Rashdan addressed the most prominent administrative, technical, and financial issues facing researchers in projects fully funded by Kuwait Oil Company, which were discussed and possible solutions were developed to deepen cooperation between Kuwait University and Kuwait Oil Company.

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