11 Beggars and 15 Illegal Street Vendors Arrested in Security Sweep
The Ministry of Interior warns that strict measures will be enforced against those who exploit children for begging to evoke public sympathy. Offenders will be charged with child exploitation, deported, and held accountable, while violating companies will face closure. The Ministry urges the public to report any instances of begging by calling 25582581, 97288200, 97288211, or the emergency hotline 112, available 24/7.
Investigations revealed that some of the arrested individuals had entered Kuwait on visitor visas or family residency permits, while others were classified as "loose labor" without permanent employment. Legal action is being taken against companies that facilitated their illegal entry and employment.
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