Three Men Arrested in Kuwait for Mocking Military on Social Media

Authorities in Kuwait have taken swift action against individuals accused of mocking the country’s military institutions through social media posts. The Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of two people for publishing video clips that ridiculed the Kuwaiti Armed Forces and belittled the efforts of the nation’s air defense system.

The arrests were made as part of ongoing monitoring of social media platforms. According to the Ministry, the videos contained phrases and scenes deemed offensive and dismissive of the Armed Forces’ national duty. Officials described the content as unacceptable behavior that undermines the prestige and standing of the military institution.

Following investigations and confrontation with digital evidence, the two individuals reportedly admitted to filming and publishing the material. They have been taken into custody and referred to the competent legal authorities for further action.

In a separate case, authorities also apprehended another individual accused of misusing social media to post statements containing insults and content harmful to Kuwait’s international relations. The account reportedly featured images of leaders of designated terrorist organizations in its profile, prompting immediate legal intervention.

The Ministry of Interior reiterated its warnings on the responsible use of social media, stressing that publishing or circulating material that harms military institutions or undermines the state’s interests and foreign relations will not be tolerated. The law will be applied firmly against anyone found to have crossed legal boundaries, particularly amid the sensitive circumstances facing Kuwait and the wider region.

Source: Arab Times