Kuwait city: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah patronized and attended the flag hoist ceremony at Bayan Palace, marking the beginning of national celebrations. His Highness was accompanied by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and other top state officials. The President of the Supreme Council of the Judiciary and President of the Court of Cassation, Counselor Dr. Adel Bouresli, also attended the event.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the ceremony began with a 21-gun salute to welcome His Highness the Amir. He was received by members of the Army, Police, and National Guard. Following this, His Highness the Amir raised the national flag. The national anthem was then played, and the military band performed a musical presentation.