
Kuwait Declares Sunday, March 30, as Eid al-Fitr
KUWAIT CITY, March 29: Kuwait's Moon Sighting Committee has confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon for the year 1446 AH. As a result, Saturday marks the last day of Ramadan, and Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30th

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Church sends Eid greetings to Kuwait's leadership & people
KUWAIT CITY, June 5: The Catholic Church congratulated His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al- Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, and the people of Kuwait on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, reports Al-Seyassah daily. Father Suleiman Haifawi extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, praying to God Almighty to grant the Amir and Crown Prince good health on this blessed occasion, to bless Kuwait with continued security and stability, and to uphold the blessings of harmony, love, and fraternal coexistence among all its citizens.


Arab Times
a day ago
- Arab Times
Kuwait Army grants Eid amnesty
KUWAIT CITY, June 4: On the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, the Kuwait Army's General Staff announced the release of military personnel who were detained under disciplinary penalties, reports Al-Seyassah daily. This decision was based on directives from the Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ali Al-Sabah. The Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army Major General Pilot Sabah Al-Jaber issued the order, highlighting the leadership's commitment to allowing military personnel to spend the holiday with their families. The General Staff described this gesture as a refl ection of the Ministry of Defense's care for the welfare of its personnel during the festive season.


Arab Times
a day ago
- Arab Times
Amir Congratulates Kuwaitis, Expats on Eid Al-Adha
KUWAIT CITY, June 4: The Amiri Diwan on Wednesday relayed Eid Al-Adha greetings from His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to Kuwait's citizens and residents, wishing them a happy Eid amid amity, security and safety. The Amiri Diwan seizes this blessed opportunity to convey Eid Al-Adha greetings to His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. His Highness the Amir also wished both Arab and Muslim worlds a blessed Eid, security and stability, praying to Allah Almighty to protect Kuwait and its people and to grant them security and safety. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Wednesday a message of congratulations on Eid Al-Adha from His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah. In the message, His Highness the Crown Prince expressed his honour to send sincere congratulations to His Highness the Amir on this occasion, praying sincerely to Allah to protect His Highness the Amir and wishing him perpetual well-being. His Highness the Crown Prince also wished success to His Highness the Amir in leading the dear country to make further progress and prosperity. His Highness the Crown Prince asked Allah to repeat this blessed occasion on Kuwait, and Arab and Muslim nations with progress, goodness and development. Meanwhile, His Highness the Amir sent a message of thanks to His Highness the Crown Prince for these good and sincere feelings. His Highness the Amir prayed to Allah Almighty to maintain security and safety as well as prosperity to the dear homeland, and wished success to all nationals for making further progress and accomplishments for the sake of the homeland. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah also received on Wednesday congratulatory cables on Eid Al-Adha from His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. His Highness the Amir also received cables from His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Kuwait National Guard Chief Sheikh Mubarak Humoud Al-Sabah, His Highness Dr. Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah and His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. In their cables, their Highness expressed best wishes and prayers on the blessed occasion, wishing many returns. In turn, His Highness the Amir thanked them for their kind words and sentiments. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah exchanged on Wednesday congratulations on Eid Al-Adha with Arab and Muslim leaders. In his cables, His Highness the Amir prayed to Allah Almighty to return this blessed occasion on Arab and Muslim nations with goodness, blessings, and further stability and security. Kuwait's Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al- Sabah extended his warmest greetings on Wednesday to the nation's political leaders ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid Al-Adha. Expressing his well wishes to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al- Hamad Al-Sabah, in addition to His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Kuwaiti defense minister wished the nation continued development and prosperity, according to a statement. Vowing to do his 'utmost' to protect the nation's 'security and stability,' the minister wished Kuwait's political leaders health and success as they continue to oversee national development, ultimately ensuring that such growth remains on an upward trajectory under their leadership. On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, several ambassadors and diplomats extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the leadership of Kuwait -- represented by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, as well as the Kuwaiti people. They affirmed the significance of the holiday and the strong bilateral relations between their respective countries and Kuwait. The envoys pointed out the shared values embodied by Eid Al-Adha; such as tolerance, solidarity and human fraternity, as well as the importance of deepening mutual understanding and cooperation in all fields. Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Ambassador of Tajikistan to Kuwait Zubaydullah Zubaydov stated that 'it is a great pleasure and honor for me, on behalf of all accredited members of the diplomatic corps, to extend my warmest congratulations and sincere wishes to His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince, and the generous Kuwaiti people on this blessed occasion. As we share in the joy of these virtuous days with Kuwait's leadership and people, we ask Almighty Allah to bless His Highness with good health and well-being, and Kuwait with ongoing progress and prosperity under his wise leadership. May peace, security, and harmony prevail across the Arab and Islamic nations.' He then reaffirmed the strong ties between Tajikistan and Kuwait, and expressed his desire to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in all sectors. European Union (EU) Ambassador Anne Koistinen said 'I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince, the friendly Kuwaiti people, and Muslims around the world, including those in the EU, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. I also offer my warmest congratulations to all pilgrims this year.' She added that 'celebrating Eid Al-Adha for the third consecutive year in Kuwait has deepened my appreciation for the values this occasion reflects like charity, compassion and human connection. Eid Mubarak!' French Ambassador Olivier Gauvin expressed the same; indicating 'I extend sincere congratulations to everyone celebrating Eid Al-Adha in Kuwait, France and around the world. It is an honor to celebrate my first Eid Al-Adha in Kuwait -- a nation where these celebrations reflect a deep culture of generosity, hospitality and solidarity.' He pointed out that the occasion offers a valuable opportunity to reinforce the bonds between societies; wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful Eid filled with good health and well-being. Chargé d'Affaires of the Ukrainian Embassy Mykola Dzhedgora stated 'on behalf of the Ukrainian Embassy, I extend our warmest congratulations to His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince, and all Muslims in Kuwait and around the world, including Ukraine.' He confirmed that Ukraine respects Islamic culture and traditions as a meaningful part of its national heritage, adding that Ukrainian Muslims play an important role in defending the country's sovereignty and unity. Mexican Ambassador Eduardo Peña Haller added 'on behalf of the government and people of Mexico, I am honored to offer our warmest congratulations to the leadership and people of Kuwait on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. We wish His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince, His Highness the Prime Minister, and the generous Kuwaiti people continued health, prosperity and stability.' He highlighted the spiritual essence of the occasion as he concluded, 'Eid al-Adha represents generosity and unity. It serves as a reminder of the values of compassion, peace and solidarity. We hope it brings joy to Kuwaiti families and strengthens the bonds of friendship between our two nations.' His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah received a congratulatory phone call from Bahrain King Hamad bin Issa Al-Khalifa, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. During the call, King Hamad prayed Allah to repeat this blessed occasion the two countries, Arab and Muslim nations with progress, goodness and development. In turn, His Highness the Amir thanked King Hamad for this kind gesture, wishing the Kingdom and its people blessed Eid, security and stability. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah received a congratulatory phone call on Wednesday from Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. During the call, Sultan Haitham prayed Allah to repeat this blessed occasion the two countries, Arab and Muslim nations with progress, goodness and development. In turn, His Highness the Amir thanked Sultan Haitham for this kind gesture, wishing the Sultanate and its people blessed Eid, security and stability. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah on Wednesday received a call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, congratulating him on Eid Al-Adha. During the phone conversation, the Iranian president wished His Highness the Amir good health and the State of Kuwait further development and prosperity under His Highness the Amir's wise leadership. His Highness the Amir, in turn, thanked the Iranian president for this good gesture, congratulated him on this happy occasion, and wished him wellness and his friendly country more progress and prosperity.