Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has announced the revocation of citizenship for 172 individuals. The decision, reported by the state-run Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on April 20, 2026, was made based on recommendations from a specialized committee.
The ministry stated that the revocations were due to legal violations and considerations related to national security and public interest. The individuals affected were found to have obtained their citizenship through fraudulent means or false statements.
This action follows Kuwait's existing laws, which allow for citizenship to be withdrawn if it was acquired illegally. The ministry emphasized that the process adhered to all constitutional and legal procedures.
Such citizenship revocations are not unprecedented in Kuwait, which has undertaken similar measures in the past to address issues of naturalization fraud. The move highlights ongoing governmental efforts to regulate demographic and security policies.
