Kuwait city: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his official delegation returned home following an official visit to France. The visit, marked by significant diplomatic engagements, concluded with the signing of two declarations of intent between Kuwait and France at the Elysee Palace in Paris.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the ceremony at the Elysee Palace was attended by both His Highness the Amir of Kuwait and French President Emmanuel Macron. The declarations signify a step forward in strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.
In other international developments, Kuwait's Ambassador to the US, Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, lauded the efforts of the Kuwait-America Foundation (KFA) for their work in educating youth about the dangers of violence and fostering peace within communities.
Elsewhere, in Amman, reports emerged of the Israeli occupation's air force executing three airstrikes on the villages of Al-Mazra'a and Kanaker in the Suwayda Governorate, resulting in material damage.
In Washington, former President Donald Trump announced a 50-day ultimatum for Russia to negotiate a deal, warning of impending "secondary tariffs" targeting nations that purchase Russian oil.
Meanwhile, in Vienna, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) highlighted the significance of its 9th International Seminar. The event reinforced OPEC's role as a key platform for energy sector dialogue and the development of future global policies.