Kuwait city: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Kuwait's strong condemnation of the Israeli occupation government's approval of a plan to establish 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank. This action has been met with significant disapproval from the Kuwaiti government, reiterating its stance against the expansion of settlements in occupied territories. According to Kuwait News Agency, the State of Kuwait also extended its solidarity and sympathy to the Kingdom of Morocco following catastrophic floods that hit the coastal city of Safi. The floods have caused significant damage and loss of life, prompting international concern and support. In New York, Kuwait, representing the Arab countries group at the United Nations, called for an end to the selectivity in the enforcement of international law. This appeal underscores the importance of uniform application of international law, a principle that Kuwait and its allies are advocating for within global forums. Meanwhile, in Geneva, Kuwait reaffirm ed its commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at protecting refugees. This includes enhancing cooperation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), emphasizing Kuwait's dedication to humanitarian causes. Back in Kuwait, Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, alongside Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, inaugurated the Naif Al-Dabbous Stadium and indoor sports courts at the Al-Fahaheel Sports Club. This development marks a significant investment in sports infrastructure in the country. In discussions on financial matters, Minister of Finance Dr. Subaih Al-Mukhaizeem met with Francisco Parodi, head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission in Kuwait, to explore cooperation in financial reforms. This meeting reflects Kuwait's efforts to bolster its economic stability through strategic international partnerships. Kuwait's Meteorology Department has issued a warning regarding unstable weather condition s expected to hit the country starting Wednesday evening. The forecast includes scattered thunderstorms, predicted to intensify by early Thursday. In Gaza, tensions remain high as the municipality of Teqoa, located in the occupied West Bank, reported the death of a 16-year-old Palestinian boy who was shot by an Israeli settler. This incident adds to the ongoing unrest in the region. Additionally, the Palestinian Red Crescent Society reported treating five members of a family, including a father, mother, and three daughters, following an attack by settlers in the Al-Auja area near Jericho, highlighting the violence faced by Palestinian communities. In Beirut, an Israeli drone targeted a vehicle on the Adaisseh-Markaba road in the Marjayoun district, resulting in the death of a civilian. This incident has further escalated tensions in south Lebanon. In Washington, US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing a travel ban on nationals from seven additional countries, including Syria and holders o f Palestinian passports. This move has sparked debate and concern regarding its implications on international relations and human rights.
