Kuwait city: Kuwait's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its sympathy and solidarity with the Lebanese Republic on Saturday following the tragic death and injury of several Lebanese Army personnel in southern Lebanon. The Ministry conveyed Kuwait's condolences and assured Lebanon of its support during this difficult time.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the statement underscored Kuwait's commitment to standing by Lebanon as it mourns the loss of its soldiers who were performing their duties. The tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Lebanese Army in maintaining security and stability in the region.
In related news, the Kuwaiti Ambassador in Malta, Meshal Al-Mudhaf, met with the Undersecretary of the Maltese Foreign Ministry, Christopher Cutajar, to discuss the enhancement of bilateral relations and address pressing global issues, with a particular focus on the situation in Gaza.
Furthermore, Kuwait's humanitarian efforts continue as the Chairperson of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, Khaled Al-Maghames, announced that a planeload of urgent humanitarian supplies for Gaza will be dispatched to Egypt's Al-Arish airport on Sunday, demonstrating Kuwait's ongoing support for those in need.
Meanwhile, Kuwait's Meteorological Department forecasts challenging weather conditions, predicting hot, partly cloudy, and humid weather with sporadic rainfalls and thunderstorms from Saturday evening through Monday. These weather patterns are expected to impact daily activities and require public vigilance.
In Gaza, health authorities reported a grim situation as Israeli occupation forces allegedly killed at least 138 Palestinians, including 87 individuals seeking humanitarian aid, over recent hours. The escalating violence has brought international calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid access to the forefront.
Similarly, Egypt and Turkiye have reiterated their opposition to the re-occupation of the Gaza Strip and the displacement of Palestinians, emphasizing the urgent need for a ceasefire and the release of prisoners.
In other regional developments, Tehran has vowed to prevent the creation of a US corridor in the Caucasus region, regardless of whether Moscow supports this stance.
In Africa, the Somali army announced a successful operation in the Lower Shabelle region, resulting in the death of 120 Al-Shabaab militants and injuries to others, as confirmed by Minister of Defense Ahmed Moalim Fiqi.
Lastly, in China, at least 15 people have been confirmed dead, and 28 are missing due to mountain torrents and flash floods in Yuzhong County, Gansu Province, highlighting the severe impact of natural disasters in the area.