Kuwait Security & Sovereignty: Kuwait condemned fresh Iranian missile and drone attacks that hit several sites, including a residential complex in Kuwait City; the Kuwait Fire Force said a hostile drone sparked a blaze that was contained with no injuries reported. Regional Maritime Risk: Kuwait also condemned Iran’s attack on the Saudi-flagged tanker Sidr in the Strait of Hormuz that killed two Filipino sailors, warning it threatens freedom of navigation and global energy supplies. US-Iran Escalation: The US and Iran exchanged their biggest strikes since July, with Washington targeting air defences, radar, maritime assets, mine-laying and communications sites near the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks reported across Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and Iraq. Energy Markets: Oil prices stayed volatile as Brent hovered near mid-$90s and WTI above $91 amid renewed Hormuz disruption fears. Kuwait Industry & Sustainability: KISR is seeking government approval to use recycled tyres in road paving after local trials showed strong durability in Kuwait’s hot conditions. Energy Research: Kuwait University announced its Ninth International Conference on Energy Research and Development (Nov 17–19), focusing on renewables, energy efficiency and future energy systems. Governance & Economy: Kuwait’s economy is gearing up for a “slow” year-end recovery, supported by buffers and continued capital spending, while Opec+ is expected to keep output policy unchanged.