KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah congratulated citizens and residents of Kuwait on 63rd National Day and the 33rd Liberation Day, appreciating their joy on these two occasions that embodied their loyalty to Kuwait. His Highness praised all the great efforts made by the security authorities in the Ministries of Interior and Defense and the National Guard, as well the effective participation made by other official bodies in preparing for the national celebrations, including the Permanent Committee for Celebrating National Holidays, Ministries of Information, Health, Education, Higher Education and the General Fire Force, Kuwait Municipality, and other relevant bodies, in addition to the extensive media coverage.

KUWAIT: Kuwaiti air force pilots perform as they celebrate Kuwait's 63rd and 33rd anniversaries of the National Day and Liberation Day respectively. – Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.
Kuwaiti military planes perform an air show during the country's 63rd Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait City on February 26, 2024.

His Highness called on citizens to appreciate the blessing of liberation that Allah almighty bestowed on Kuwait, remembering with pride the honorable martyrs who gave their lives in defending this precious land. His Highness also sent a greeting of appreciation and reverence to his brothers the leaders of Gulf and Arab countries, for sharing the joy of Kuwait’s national holidays, representing the depth of the bonds of relations between them and Kuwait. His Highness expressed gratitude for their heartfelt sentiments, and prayed to Allah Almighty to preserve the dear homeland and perpetuate its security, safety and prosperity.

Meanwhile, Minister of Information and Culture Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi expressed his heartfelt congratulations to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Dr Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah and the gracious people of Kuwait on the national days. Minister Al-Mutairi, who expressed the congratulations on his X account, prayed for souls of the martyrs and for sustainable security, safety and prosperity for "our dear homeland.”

Also, the Minister of Health, Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi extended his sincere congratulations to His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Prime Minister and the loyal Kuwaiti people on the occasion of the National Day. In a press statement, Minister Al-Awadhi recalled the heroism and sacrifices of the Kuwaiti people to defend their land, adding that the people of Kuwait respect the sacrifices of their martyrs, whose fragrant memory and immortal heroism gave a bright record of lessons, stories, pride and courage in defending their country.

Minister Al-Awadhi pointed out that celebrating the National Day portrayed beautiful images of Kuwait’s achievements and loyal people, which contributed to the stability and security of the country under the vision of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, wishing Kuwait more prosperity, security and peace. — KUNA