Kuwait Forms Investigation Committee to Probe International Airport Fire


Firefighting vehicles outside Kuwait's International Airport after putting out a fire that broke out in part of the new Terminal 2 building (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Firefighting vehicles outside Kuwait's International Airport after putting out a fire that broke out in part of the new Terminal 2 building (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Kuwait Forms Investigation Committee to Probe International Airport Fire


Firefighting vehicles outside Kuwait's International Airport after putting out a fire that broke out in part of the new Terminal 2 building (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Firefighting vehicles outside Kuwait's International Airport after putting out a fire that broke out in part of the new Terminal 2 building (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Kuwait's Minister of Public Works and State Minister for Youth Affairs Ali Al-Mousa said he would form an impartial investigation committee to probe the causes of the fire that broke out in part of the new Terminal 2 building at Kuwait International Airport.

The minister affirmed that those responsible for the fire will be held accountable when the investigation are concluded.

Al-Mousa visited the site on Monday and said that the committee will have two weeks to complete its mission.

Kuwait’s aviation authority assured that there had been no impact on air traffic operations.

Six firefighting teams were on the scene to battle the blaze, according to the Kuwait Fire Force.

The fire caused material damages. No casualties were reported.



Australian Deputy PM Stresses Importance of Partnership with Saudi Arabia

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA
Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA
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Australian Deputy PM Stresses Importance of Partnership with Saudi Arabia

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA
Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles attends the annual Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) meeting at Lancaster House in London, Britain, 16 December 2024. EPA

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles stressed the strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Australia, noting that the Kingdom stands as Australia's second-largest trading partner in the Middle East.

In a statement issued by his office, Marles indicated that his visit to the Kingdom and the UAE seeks to enhance collaborative efforts within the G20 and other multilateral institutions and aims to emphasize the unwavering commitment to a rules-based international order.

The statement further emphasized that the Kingdom is a crucial partner for Australia and that the visit presents an opportunity to broaden economic ties and explore avenues for deeper cooperation with regional leaders.

Marles said that this visit underscores Australia's commitment to fortifying economic and diplomatic ties with the Kingdom, recognizing its crucial role as a partner in addressing shared global challenges.

Marles met with Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz in Riyadh on Wednesday.