Domestic Security & Justice: Kuwait’s Justice Minister Nasser Al-Sumait says domestic violence cases filed with the Public Prosecution fell 36% in the first six months under the Domestic Violence Protection Law, with 646 cases recorded from March 15 to Sept 13 versus 1,011 in the same period last year; he links the drop to a new decree-law that bans waivers, reconciliation and pardons in certain abuse cases. Kuwait-Iraq Diplomacy: Kuwait and Iraq agreed to form a joint working group and task force to review outstanding disputes and deliver recommendations to leadership within 30 days, with meetings alternating between Baghdad and Kuwait City; key issues cited include maritime navigation around Khor Abdullah and related border demarcation. UNGA Outreach & Regional Ties: Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah held UN sidelines talks with Hungary and Comoros leaders and met UNHCR officials, while Kuwait’s PMO-linked diplomacy also featured broader regional engagement during UNGA 81. Health & Tech: Kuwait is expanding robotic and remote surgery services across multiple hospitals and centres, with Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital reporting 1,145 robotic procedures by Sept 4, 2026. International Cooperation: Kuwait and El Salvador signed a visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic, special and official passports. Energy & Industry: Oman’s Duqm Refinery reported output at about 255,000 bpd (around 110% of design capacity) and revenues near $7bn in 2025, underscoring the Kuwait-Oman energy partnership.