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EAM Jaishankar visits Kuwaiti mission, condoles demise of Emir

India will always remember the contributions of Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah in strengthening India-Kuwait ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday on the demise of the Kuwaiti ruler

The Hindu

Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf Laid To Rest In Low-key Ceremony

Kuwait's emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, who was defence minister when Iraq invaded the oil-rich country in 1990, was laid to rest Sunday in a low-key funeral, a day after he died aged 86.

International Business Times

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf laid to rest in private ceremony

Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah, who passed away on Saturday, has been laid to rest in a private funeral.

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Petroleum Minister Puri visiting Kuwait as PM's special envoy to pay condolences over demise of Emir

“Hardeep Singh Puri, the Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Housing and Urban Affairs, will be visiting Kuwait as the prime minister’s special envoy.”

The Hindu

Day-long State mourning in India after demise of Kuwaiti Emir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed condolence at the passing away of the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The Emir had ruled the oil-rich country for three years and breathed his last on December 16.

The Hindu

World reacts to the death of Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf

Many Gulf countries set aside a period of mourning for the emir’s death, while others express their condolences.

Al Jazeera

Kuwait Emir Sheikh Nawaf Dies Aged 86

Kuwait saw a quick transition to a new emir on Saturday following the death at 86 of Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah after three years in power.

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Kuwait's Sheikh Nawaf: A Short But Tumultuous Reign

Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah served as Kuwait's emir for just three years but spent decades in top posts through the House of Sabah's tumultuous rule of the oil-rich state.

International Business Times

Kuwait's ruling emir, Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah, dies at age 86

Kuwait’s ruling emir, the 86-year-old Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah, has died

The Independent UK

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf dies at 86, Sheikh Meshaal named successor

Heir Sheikh Meshaal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, 83, replaces Sheikh Nawaf who had ruled for three years.

Al Jazeera

Motorsport events to watch during winter break - how to watch

Most events will now be enjoying a deserved rest period over the Christmas break but events such as Asian Le Mans kicked off in early December, while the 2024 Formula E season begins mid-January, so there are plenty of events to watch.

Autosport

OPEC+ announces additional output cuts in bid to prop up volatile oil prices

Following a virtual meeting, OPEC+ members have announced additional oil supply cuts, with de facto leader Saudi Arabia saying it would extend an existing cut of one million barrels per day through to March next year. Russia pledged to slash oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day, up from 300,000,…

France 24

Kuwait's ruling emir, 86, was hospitalized due to emergency health problem but is reportedly stable

The ruling emir of oil-rich Kuwait has been hospitalized “due to an emergency health problem” but later was in stable condition

The Independent UK

Kuwaiti emir admitted to hospital, condition stable: State media

Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al Sabah taken to hospital ‘to receive necessary treatment, undergo medical exams’.

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Israel-Hamas deal: What makes a truce lead to lasting peace?

With Israel and Hamas agreeing to a four-day pause in fighting, here’s a look at how truces from other wars played out.

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Palestinians, supporters fly flag in emotional World Cup qualifier

Palestine’s flag was ubiquitous at the game, which was moved from the West Bank to Kuwait due to the Israel-Hamas war.

AAP

Souttar heads unconvincing Socceroos past Palestine

The Socceroos have ground their way to a tough 1-0 win over Palestine in Kuwait to maintain their perfect start to World Cup qualifying.

The Guardian - AU

Palestine 0-1 Australia: 2026 World Cup qualifier – as it happened

Harry Souttar scored his 10th goal in only 21 international appearances to give the Socceroos victory in a scrappy game in Kuwait

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Palestine star Dabbagh World Cup threat to Socceroos

Palestine star striker Oday Dabbagh shapes as one of the keys to the Socceroos' World Cup qualifying clash in Kuwait.

The Guardian - AU

Palestine coach Makram Daboub: ‘The players are doing their best but it is not easy’

In their World Cup qualifier against the Socceroos, the Palestinian team ‘want to bring a little joy’ to their people amid the Israel-Hamas war

The Hindu

2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers | India seek inspiration from famous 2019 stalemate against Qatar in rematch on Nov. 21

India to take inspiration from 2019 draw vs Qatar in 2026 WC qualifiers. Confident after 1-0 win vs Kuwait, India hope to give tough fight to Qatar. Talismanic Chhetri absent in 2019 match, Sandhu marshals defence. Qatar, ranked 61, coming off 8-1 win vs Afghanistan. Ali, top-scorer at 2019 Asia…

AAP

Socceroos ready to welcome back Boyle for Palestine WCQ

Martin Boyle has recovered from a swollen knee and will line up for the Socceroos in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Palestine in Kuwait.

AAP

Ruthless Socceroos set sights on beating Palestine

The Socceroos will be aiming to back up their 7-0 thrashing of Bangladesh with a big win over Palestine in another World Cup qualifier to be played in Kuwait.

The Hindu

Video Assistant Referee likely in domestic competitions from 2025-26 season: All India Football Federation

AIFF to introduce VAR tech in domestic club comps from 2025-26 season; AIFF to incur significant costs; VAR to benefit ISL & I-League teams

AAP

Socceroos turn focus to Palestine World Cup qualifier

Fresh off their 7-0 thrashing of Bangladesh in their opening World Cup qualifier, the Socceroos will quickly turn their focus to facing Palestine in Kuwait.

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