Iran War & Hormuz Pressure: The US says it destroyed eight Iranian crude carriers in strikes, as Trump warns more will follow—while Pentagon watchdog reporting points to damage across bases and diplomatic sites, plus munitions shortfalls and supply bottlenecks. Kuwait Security Posture: Kuwait’s MoI reiterated a nationwide drone and aerial photography ban, and warned travelers not to carry parcels for others after drug-smuggling cases. Regional Military Coordination: CENTCOM hosted senior commanders from the US, Israel and Arab states including Kuwait in Germany to discuss deepening security cooperation and keeping forces in place. Kuwait Infrastructure & Services: Kuwait’s grid handled summer 2026 with a peak of 17,540 MW, down 70 MW year-on-year, citing conservation and demand management. Public Safety: The Supreme Traffic Council reviewed road-safety indicators and plans to expand traffic awareness in schools; the Fire Force closed 23 facilities and issued notices after Ahmadi inspections. Health Procurement: CAPT opened bids for three MoH tenders, with 29 firms eligible, covering hospital upgrades and data-center improvements. Women in Policing: Acting PM/Interior Minister Fahad Al-Yousef witnessed the swearing-in of 14 female police graduates trained in Qatar. Education Policy: The Education Ministry set rules for new gifted schools, with Kuwait preparing to enroll the first middle-school cohort later this month. Diplomacy & Trade: Kuwait’s FM met the UK’s Ed Miliband on Strait of Hormuz security; UAE-Kuwait trade rose 11.3% to AED 55.5bn; Kuwait Airways and Emirates expanded partnership via codeshare. Local Life & Economy: Uber launched in Kuwait; Kuwait condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi cities; Kuwait highlighted AI and media innovation at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai.