BEIRUT:  Lebanese President Joseph Aoun received Kuwaiti First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah and his accompanying delegation at the Presidential Palace in Baabda on Monday.

During the meeting, Sheikh Fahad Al-Sabah conveyed the greetings of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his sincere wishes for the Lebanese Republic for continued security, stability and prosperity, stressing Kuwait’s keenness to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries in various fields.

Lebanese President receives Kuwaiti First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and his delegation.— KUNA

Lebanese President receives Kuwaiti First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and his delegation. — KUNA

Sheikh Fahad Al-Sabah giving a speech to the press. — KUNA

The meeting addressed several regional and international topics of common interest, as well as ways to develop bilateral cooperation between the two countries’ security agencies and exchange expertise in various fields.

Sheikh Fahad lauded the deep-rooted fraternal relations between Kuwait and Lebanon, stressing Kuwait’s keenness to consolidate the bonds of cooperation and joint coordination.  — KUNA

KUWAIT: The Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) announced the launch of a humanitarian project to provide water tankers in the Gaza Strip, in cooperation with the Palestinian Wafa Association for Development and Capacity Building. The initiative aims to ease the suffering of families impacted by the ongoing Zionist aggression and address the acute water shortage in the region. Chairman of KRCS’s Board of Directors Khaled Al-Mughamis said the project, valued at $676,500, reflects the Society’s steadfast commitment to supporting the Palestinian people. “This initiative is part of KRCS’s continuous humanitarian efforts to stand with our Palestinian brothers in times of crisis,” Al-Mughamis told KUNA. He affirmed the Society’s dedication to implementing further relief and development projects in collaboration with Palestinian partners, to help meet essential needs and improve the deteriorating living conditions of displaced and affected families. 

GAZA: A boy carries on his back a jerrycan filled with water drawn from the tank of a destroyed mobile water cistern that was hit by Zionist bombardment in the Nuseirat camp for Palestinian refugees in the central Gaza Strip on July 14, 2025. – AFP

Al-Mughamis explained that the Gaza Strip faces a severe water crisis due to pollution of groundwater sources and the damaged water infrastructure—consequences of the long-standing blockade and recurrent attacks.

“Transporting water through tankers has become a vital method to deliver safe water to families who lack access to clean and usable supplies,” he added.

He also highlighted KRCS’s commitment to carrying out a range of humanitarian projects in Gaza, including the provision of food baskets, medical supplies, ambulances, and the establishment of a field hospital to bolster the health sector and address the urgent needs of civilians. Al-Mughamis extended his gratitude to all donors and supporters of these life-saving initiatives, reiterating the Society’s unwavering resolve to pursue its humanitarian mission and support just causes around the world. – KUNA

KUWAIT: Namaa Charity, an affiliate of the Social Reform Society, signed a cooperation agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) on Monday, aimed at supporting the reintegration of returning Syrian refugees. The initiative seeks to empower returnees by providing them with cash assistance to help facilitate their safe return and sustainable resettlement in Syria. The agreement was signed by Vice Chairman of the Social Reform Society Mohammad Al-Omar on behalf of Namaa Charity, and UNHCR Representative in Kuwait Nasreen Rabiaan, in the presence of key officials including Ministry of Social Affairs Spokesman Yousef Al-Mutairi.

Speaking to KUNA following the signing, Al-Omar said the agreement reflects a strong joint commitment to improving the living conditions of vulnerable Syrian families and easing their transition back into their communities. “This cooperation is a model of global solidarity, and part of Namaa Charity’s mission to support those most in need through developmental and humanitarian initiatives,” he noted. Chairman of the Union of Charitable Societies and Organizations and CEO of Namaa Charity, Saad Al-Otaibi, said the agreement builds on Kuwait’s longstanding charitable legacy of aiding affected populations across the globe, particularly those impacted by conflict. “This partnership is a testament to the trust placed in Kuwait’s charitable institutions, thanks to their adherence to legal frameworks and ethical standards,” he said.

Al-Otaibi emphasized that the initiative aligns with Kuwait’s humanitarian vision, adding that the financial support offered through the agreement will help returning Syrian families achieve economic and social stability. “It empowers them to rebuild dignified lives based on productivity and self-reliance—goals central to our union’s strategic outlook,” he added.

UNHCR’s Rabiaan described the agreement as timely, coming amid growing numbers of Syrian refugees choosing to return home. “Cash assistance is one of the most effective forms of support during the initial phase of resettlement,” she said, noting it allows families to meet essential needs such as food, shelter, and transportation. She praised Kuwait’s charitable sector for its continued collaboration and commitment to humanitarian causes.

Meanwhile, Ministry of Social Affairs Spokesman Yousef Al-Mutairi affirmed the ministry’s dedication to advancing the performance and transparency of Kuwaiti charitable work. He noted that recent reforms have strengthened governance, ensured sustainability, and transformed charity from short-term relief to strategic development. “Humanitarian work today follows a scientific and measurable approach, aligned with strategic planning and global partnership,” Al-Mutairi said. “We remain committed to supporting collaborations with international and UN agencies to advance humanitarian efforts worldwide.” — KUNA