Tensions Rise as Kuwait and LebanonClash Over Minister’s Comments
A diplomatic disagreement has unfolded between Kuwait and Lebanon, sparked by comments made by Lebanon’s caretaker Economy Minister, Amin Salam. The issue revolves around Salam’s suggestion that Kuwait should fund the rebuilding of a portion of Beirut’s port, specifically the main wheat silos, destroyed in the devastating 2020 port explosion. Kuwait’s Foreign Minister, Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, criticized Salam’s remarks, stating they deviated from diplomatic norms and could jeopardize bilateral relations. This incident highlights the delicate nature of international relations and the potential impact of seemingly innocuous statements on political ties.
Analysis: OPEC disagreement lays bare growing UAE-Saudi economic rivalry
Rare public disagreement between the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia over OPEC policy points to a growing economic rivalry between the two largest Arab economies which only looks set to intensify, several regional analysts said.
Yemen’s Houthis say fired drone at southern Saudi air base
Yemen’s Houthi forces on Wednesday launched a drone at a military air base in the southern Saudi Arabian city of Khamis Mushait, the group’s military spokesman said on Twitter. A Saudi-led coalition battling the Iran-aligned movement said Saudi Arabian air defences had intercepted and destroyed a drone fired towards the kingdom, state news agency SPA […]
