Chief of the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army Lt. Gen. Khaled Al-Shuraian with the Head of the Saudi Armed Forces Operations Authority Maj. Gen. Musfer bin Suwailim Al-Ghanim and several senior military commanders and officers.
KUWAIT CITY, Nov 9: Leaders of Kuwait’s military and security authorities discussed on Sunday ways to enhance cooperation and joint coordination and review readiness in light of the latest regional developments. In a press statement, the Ministry of Interior said that the meeting, held at its headquarters, brought together Chief of the General Staff of the Kuwait Army Lieutenant General Khaled Al-Shuraian, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Lieutenant General Abdulwahab Al-Wuhaib, National Guard Undersecretary Lieutenant General Hamad Al-Barjas, Kuwait Fire Force Chief Major General Talal Al-Roumi, along with several security leaders.
Focusing on the current regional situation, the leaders stressed the importance of strengthening communication channels, exchanging information and unify efforts to ensure a swift response and effective handling of various developments, while maintaining the continuity of essential duties and services efficiently under all circumstances, the statement added. In addition, the meeting reviewed a number of issues regarding the improvement of the efficiency of joint operations. It dealt with ways to develop cooperation mechanisms among the participating authorities in line with the requirements of the current phase and strengthen military and security institutions’ ability to carry out their duties and responsibilities.
The leaders underscored the importance of enhancing preventive and proactive readiness, reflecting state institutions’ commitment to safeguarding the country’s security and stability and ensuring the safety of citizens and residents. On Monday, Chief of the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army Lt. Gen. Khaled Al-Shuraian met with Head of the Saudi Armed Forces Operations Authority Maj. Gen. Musfer bin Suwailim Al-Ghanim to discuss issues of mutual interest. The General Staff said in a statement that the meeting addressed military cooperation between the two countries and ways to strengthen and develop it in the interest of both sides. Several senior military commanders and officers from both countries attended the meeting. Elsewhere, Saudi Civil Defense on Monday issued an early warning in Riyadh, urging residents to remain calm and follow safety instructions and official guidance.
In a statement, it advised residents to seek immediate shelter inside a safe building or interior room, away from windows and glass, and remain there until the danger had passed. It also urged them to avoid leaving buildings, exposed areas, balconies and rooftops. The authority urged anyone noticing a potential danger to call emergency number (998) and follow instructions issued through official channels. Later, Civil Defense announced that the danger in Riyadh had passed, urging residents to continue following safety instructions and avoid gatherings and filming the incident. It advised calling emergency number (911) in case of an emergency. (KUNA)
