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Arab Times
01-08-2025
- Arab Times
This is How Kuwait Cracked The European Asylum Fraud Ring
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 1: Acting on the directives of His Excellency the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, and following his recent official visit to Egypt that strengthened bilateral security cooperation, Kuwaiti authorities have dismantled a gang involved in forging official documents to facilitate illegal immigration to Europe. The General Department of Residency Investigations, under the Residency and Nationality Affairs Sector, successfully arrested members of a criminal network that specialized in fabricating Kuwaiti government documents. The forged materials were used to obtain European visas, particularly Schengen visas, to seek asylum or enter European Union countries illegally. According to authorities, the gang was involved in forging work permits, falsifying salary amounts and professions on civil ID cards, and creating counterfeit bank statements and salary certificates bearing forged stamps. These documents were designed to meet the requirements of European embassies for visa issuance. Gang Members and Roles: Emad Sameh (Egyptian, Fugitive): Identified as the main defendant and ringleader, he was responsible for attracting clients, forging documents, collecting payments, and coordinating the gang's operations from abroad, specifically Egypt. Kuwaiti authorities are coordinating with Egyptian counterparts to initiate legal action against him. Milad Sameh (Egyptian): The brother of the main defendant, he assisted in executing instructions and directly participated in document forgery activities inside Kuwait. He was known by the alias "Abanoub." Daniel Marcos (Egyptian): Tasked with booking embassy appointments, receiving reservation receipts, and handing them over to other gang members as part of the visa application process. Maher Al-Ayoubi Authorities are continuing investigations and collaborating with international partners to pursue legal proceedings against those involved, particularly the fugitive gang leader currently residing outside Kuwait.
Arab Times
01-08-2025
- Arab Times
How Kuwait Cracked The European Asylum Fraud Ring In A Major Security Bust
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 1: Kuwaiti authorities have smashed a highly organised forgery ring accused of producing fake documents to help individuals illegally obtain European visas under the guise of asylum seekers. The dramatic bust, carried out by the Residency Investigations Department under the Ministry of Interior, comes on the heels of high-level security cooperation between Kuwait and Egypt—spearheaded by First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, who had recently visited Cairo to bolster intelligence ties. According to investigators, the gang led by Egyptian national Emad Sameh, currently a fugitive who is abroad and specialised in forging official Kuwaiti paperwork, including altered work permits, inflated salary certificates, fake professions on civil ID cards, and bank statements bearing counterfeit stamps. These forged documents were tailor-made to deceive European embassies, particularly for obtaining Schengen visas under false asylum claims. Authorities say Emad's brother, Milad Sameh, also known by the alias Abanoub, played a key role in executing the forgeries inside Kuwait, alongside fellow Egyptian accomplices Daniel Marcos and Maher Al-Ayoubi. Their duties ranged from faking embassy appointment bookings to fabricating visa application files. Another individual, a Lebanese national identified only by his initials, AIT PO, was allegedly responsible for managing embassy communications, including forwarding reservation receipts to fast-track visa processes. The entire operation was reportedly coordinated from outside Kuwait, with instructions being relayed to Egypt. Officials confirm they are now working closely with Egyptian security forces to track down Emad and initiate legal action. Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has urged residents and foreign workers to avoid suspicious visa agents and report any fraudulent activity through official government channels.
Arab Times
28-07-2025
- Arab Times
Power-Hungry Illegal Crypto Farm Discovered in a Kuwaiti House
KUWAIT CITY, July 28: A Kuwaiti citizen has been arrested for operating an illegal cryptocurrency mining setup from a house in Sabah Al-Ahmad Residential City, raising concerns about electricity theft and network stability. Acting on the directives of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, the General Department of Criminal Investigation, through its Anti-Financial Crimes Department, launched an operation to clamp down on unlicensed activities draining public resources. The suspect, identified as Khaled Samir Fahd Shehab, had reportedly restarted his crypto mining operation just 15 days ago, following a temporary shutdown during a recent security sweep. Investigators discovered that the house in question was rented under the name of an individual whose Kuwaiti citizenship had been revoked. A search warrant was obtained from the Public Prosecution, leading to the arrest of the accused and the seizure of mining equipment. Authorities noted that such illegal mining operations not only violate local laws but also consume excessive electricity, putting immense pressure on Kuwait's public power grid. The Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy has been informed and is pursuing further legal and technical action regarding the unauthorized use of power. The accused has been referred to the relevant authorities for prosecution.
Arab Times
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Exposed: How a Pakistani Paid for Kuwait Visa
KUWAIT CITY, July 23: Under the directives of His Excellency the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, and as part of the Ministry of Interior's intensified campaign to combat human trafficking and illegal residency practices, the General Department of Residence Affairs Investigations has uncovered a large, organized network involved in issuing residency permits illegally in exchange for money. The case came to light following a complaint filed by a Pakistani resident who reported paying 650 Kuwaiti Dinars to a man named Yasser Bilal Muhammad, also a Pakistani national, in return for securing a residency permit. The accused was summoned and confessed to receiving the payment for processing the residency. Further investigations revealed that he was a partner in 11 companies, collectively employing 162 workers. When several workers registered under these companies were questioned, they admitted to paying between 500 and 900 dinars for residency permits. Additionally, some individuals admitted to paying 60 to 70 dinars extra to have false salary information added to their work permits—an act that enabled them to qualify for family residency visas. During the investigation, Fahad Al-Enezi, the authorized signatory of the 11 companies, was also summoned. He admitted to receiving monthly payments between 500 and 600 dinars, and stated that he used the "Sahel" application to access work notifications and permits via the Public Authority for Manpower. A total of 12 suspects have been referred to the Public Prosecution, and ongoing investigations include raids, seizures, and inspections at the offices of the involved companies. Legal and administrative measures are being prepared against all individuals found to be complicit in this fraudulent network.
Arab Times
03-07-2025
- Arab Times
High-Value Drug Seizure In Kuwait Leads To Arrest Of Afghan National
KUWAIT CITY, July 3: Under the supervision of His Excellency the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, security forces successfully seized a significant quantity of shabu and heroin during an attempted sea smuggling operation. This was the result of a coordinated effort between the Ministry of Interior of the State of Kuwait and the Ministry of Interior of the United Arab Emirates. The seizure included approximately 100 kilograms of crystal meth and 10 kilograms of heroin, with an estimated value of 1,150,000 Kuwaiti dinars. The operation was based on precise security intelligence obtained through joint cooperation, which revealed the arrival of a sea container carrying narcotics as part of an international organized crime network. A detailed security plan was implemented to track the container and apprehend those responsible. In coordination with the General Administration of Customs, the container was permitted to leave Shuwaikh Port but was closely monitored until its recipient, an Afghan national, was caught red-handed in the Amghara area. The General Fire Force also assisted by safely opening and handling the container while maintaining strict security measures and protecting all personnel involved. His Excellency Sheikh Fahd Yousef Saud Al-Sabah expressed his sincere gratitude to Lieutenant General His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the UAE, for the invaluable cooperation and intelligence support that led to the success of the operation. He highlighted the strong fraternal ties between Kuwait and the UAE and emphasized the importance of continued security coordination and information sharing in the fight against organized crime. His Excellency reaffirmed the Ministry of Interior's ongoing commitment to combating drug trafficking through enhanced cooperation with local and international partners, aiming to safeguard the homeland and ensure the safety and security of society.
