“Speech of wisdom and power” is the title that best describes the address delivered by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on the occasion of the last ten days of Ramadan. His Highness outlined strategic guidelines to confront the challenges Kuwait faces from a neighbor that has chosen aggression over good neighborliness and friendly relations.
He stated clearly, “Kuwait’s security is a red line.” Defending Kuwait’s security and stability is nonnegotiable. His Highness emphasized the importance of learning from these lessons and uniting as one to ensure that the nation remains strong and proud, with the support of the minds and hands of its citizens, whose unity and cohesion enable them to achieve great things. Our pursuit of peace does not mean leniency in protecting national security.
The people, the government, and the leadership are all committed to defending the homeland. It is a shared responsibility, involving not only ministries and government institutions but also all segments of society, including every resident of this blessed land. His Highness the Amir was clear when he said, “We are closely monitoring developments, and every step taken is based on a comprehensive strategic assessment, a careful reading of reality, and a complete commitment to protecting the nation, its people, and those residing on its land.” Kuwait is not weak. It is fully capable of confronting challenges. The current situation poses a threat to the entire region.
His Highness the Amir affirmed, “Our homeland is a red line, and its sovereignty is safeguarded by the will of its people and the bravery of its men and women. We will not allow any country to compromise its security or stability.” Sovereignty is the foundation upon which the future is built. Since its inception, Kuwait has faced difficulties with wisdom and national unity. When His Highness the Amir emphasizes that “the homeland is a red line,” it signifies that any aggressor must take into consideration the full consequences of their actions. Kuwait is a defensive state, yet it is not an easy target for anyone. At the same time, Kuwait continues to pursue peace based on a national vision that accepts no compromises. His Highness’s statement that “Gulf security is indivisible” means that any threat to the security of a GCC member state is a threat to the national security of the entire Gulf region. Therefore, all member states have the right to defend their security together.
Kuwait has long affirmed that it will not tolerate any threat to the security of the Gulf states, as the international community seeks stability in this vital region. His Highness the Amir highlighted, “The international community must take decisive stances to ensure respect for international laws and conventions, consolidate international peace and security, and prevent the recurrence of such violations.” Pressuring Iran to halt its aggression has become an urgent necessity to prevent escalation, which threatens the global economy as a whole.
Locally, His Highness the Amir expressed a fatherly appreciation for the sincere efforts of state institutions and their dedicated personnel.
He praised their steadfast national role and affirmed his full confidence in the strength and capability of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces, which continue to perform their duties with readiness and efficiency, making them the impregnable shield and unyielding barrier against the ambitions of aggressors, based on a firm military doctrine and unwavering loyalty to the nation and its leadership. The speech delivered during the last ten days of the holy month of Ramadan presented a comprehensive and wise vision of all the challenges Kuwait faces, and reflected close monitoring of current events. This vision demonstrates the wisdom of a leader who steers the ship of Kuwait towards peace and stability.
