American Defense Contractor Freed from Kuwaiti Prison

An American defense contractor held hostage in Kuwait for 903 days thanks President Donald Trump for securing his release. The contractor was falsely arrested and charged with drug-related offenses but was eventually released after an internal investigation found his confession had been coerced.

American Defense Contractor Tony Holden's Release from Kuwait Detention

American defense contractor Tony Holden thanks President Trump for securing his release from detention in Kuwait after being arrested under false drug charges and sentenced to five years in prison. Holden spent 903 days in detention before his release on April 30, 2025.

Kuwait Releases American Prisoners

Kuwait has released a group of American prisoners, including veterans and military contractors jailed on drug charges. The release is seen as a gesture of goodwill between the two allies.

Nomination of Amer Ghalib as US Ambassador to Kuwait

President Trump nominated Amer Ghalib, Muslim Democrat mayor of Hamtramck, Michigan, as US Ambassador to Kuwait. Ghalib endorsed Trump in 2024, praising his leadership. Trump praised Ghalib for helping secure a victory in Michigan.

Fire Tragedy in Kuwait

A fire in Kuwait killed at least 40 Indian nationals and injured over 50 due to code violations in a building housing foreign workers. The Indian government is working on repatriation and medical assistance for the affected.

Deadly Fire in Mangaf, Kuwait

A fire in a building in Mangaf, Kuwait killed at least 41 people due to violations by real estate owners. The incident was reported at 6:00 a.m. local time with many workers rescued but numerous deaths from inhaling smoke. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.