Kuwait Denies Social Media Claims of Monitoring Calls and Apps

03/05/2026

Kuwait Denies Social Media Claims of Monitoring Calls and Apps

KUWAIT CITY, May 3: Kuwait’s interior ministry has dismissed circulating claims about the monitoring of private communications, urging the public to rely on verified information.

In a statement, the Kuwait Ministry of Interior denied the accuracy of reports shared over social media alleging the existence of a system used to monitor calls or access the content of mobile applications. The ministry stressed that such claims are unfounded and not based on official information.

Authorities called on the public to exercise caution when sharing news online, emphasizing the importance of verifying information through credible and approved sources. The ministry also urged users to refrain from spreading rumors, warning that circulating unverified content can cause unnecessary concern and confusion.