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Kuwait investigates espionage cases involving threats to state security
A formal inquiry has been initiated, with suspects taken into legal custody, premises searched, and possible evidence related to the violation gathered
- PUBLISHED: Mon 23 Mar 2026, 8:46 AM
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The Public Prosecution in Kuwait said it has launched investigations into two separate cases related to espionage and acts undermining state security.
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In a statement reported by Kuwait News Agency, the Public Prosecution said its investigative team has begun work in coordination with the relevant authorities and secured the required legal approvals to detain the suspects and search their properties. The searches led to the recovery of equipment and devices believed to be connected to the alleged criminal activity.
The Public Prosecution, under the directive of Attorney General Saad Al-Safran, emphasised that the investigations are classified and prohibited the publication, broadcast, or circulation of any news, statements, or information related to these cases through any means.
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The Public Prosecution stressed that these acts constitute serious crimes threatening state security, subject to the severest penalties prescribed by law, and that it will continue to take all legal measures against anyone found involved, in preparation for referring the suspects to the judiciary.