UN Walkout: Nearly 70 countries’ delegations walked out or left seats vacant as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu began his UNGA address, with Kuwait among the reported absentees, underscoring intensifying diplomatic pressure over Gaza and wider regional attacks. Kuwait Legal/Tech: Kuwait’s Court of Cassation fined a Snapchat influencer KD 2,000 and ordered confiscation of her phone over indecent clips and related cyber complaints. Microsoft Gulf Push: Microsoft pledged more than $10bn for cloud, AI, cybersecurity and digital resilience across Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE by 2030, including $400m+ for connectivity and training for millions. Kuwait-Iran Tensions at UN: Kuwait’s Crown Prince said Iranian missile and drone attacks since February have targeted civilian infrastructure and vital facilities, including Kuwait International Airport and oil installations, calling them violations of international law. Infrastructure Talks: Kuwait’s Amir representative met Limak Holding executives in New York to review Kuwait International Airport T2 expansion and other projects, alongside training and knowledge transfer. Regional Energy Risk: Saudi Arabia reported an attack on its East-West oil pipeline via drones from Iraq, prompting shutdown and raising supply and cost concerns. Halal Trade Expansion: Malaysia’s Adabi Frozen Food said it is preparing to expand into Kuwait after entering Brunei, using MIHAS 2026 and other trade fairs to build partnerships.