KUWAIT CITY, July 6: In a serious security incident at Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 4, an expatriate and his wife were detained after airport security personnel discovered a cache of live ammunition concealed in their luggage. The couple, both Pakistani nationals, were preparing to board a flight to Pakistan when the bullets were found during a routine baggage inspection, reported on 2nd July by Arab Times.

According to security sources, the X-ray scanner flagged suspicious items inside one of the bags. A manual inspection revealed 64 live rounds of Kalashnikov ammunition, initially reported as 70 bullets, hidden in the luggage. The discovery prompted immediate intervention by airport officials, and the couple’s flight was subsequently canceled.

During interrogation, the husband, who happens to be a doctor, admitted to placing the ammunition in his wife’s suitcase without her knowledge. He pleaded with authorities to allow his wife to travel and insisted on taking full responsibility. However, his request was denied, and both individuals were referred to the Weapons Investigation Department for further legal action.

A legal case has been registered as authorities investigate the suspect’s intent and whether the ammunition was linked to any wider criminal activity. The possession and attempted smuggling of military-grade ammunition is considered a grave offense under Kuwaiti law and poses a significant threat to aviation security.

Sources indicated that the suspect may have attempted to exploit the airport’s busy travel period to move the ammunition undetected. However, the alertness and diligence of the airport security team thwarted the smuggling attempt.

“Despite the congestion and rush of travelers, our team remained fully committed to inspection procedures,” a security official stated. “It’s this level of vigilance that prevented a potentially dangerous situation.”

The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by airport authorities in combating the illegal transport of weapons and contraband. Investigations are continuing to determine whether any accomplices were involved or if there are broader implications behind the attempted smuggling. The suspect remains in custody as legal proceedings move forward.

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KUWAIT CITY, July 6: An expatriate in Jahra area lost his entire bank balance after unknowingly accessing a fraudulent payment link. Although he did not share his one-time password (OTP), his account was emptied within minutes.

According to a security source, 54 yr old victim reported that he came across a product advertised at an unusually high price while browsing a social media platform. Eager to make the purchase, he clicked on a payment link and attempted to complete the transaction, but received a message stating that it had failed. Moments later, he was shocked to discover that KD 226.500 had been withdrawn from his bank account in two separate transactions.

The incident has been registered as a felony under Case No. 149/2025, and investigations are underway.

KUWAIT CITY, July 6: The security services have arrested a Kuwaiti citizen for deliberately attempting to undermine national unity and incite sectarian strife through a social media platform. The arrest followed the circulation of a tweet containing offensive language that insulted the social fabric and promoted divisive rhetoric.

The Ministry of Interior confirmed that all necessary legal actions have been taken against the individual.

The Ministry reiterated its firm stance against any actions that threaten national unity, promote hate speech, or encourage sectarian incitement, emphasizing that such behavior will not be tolerated.