International events and political developments (including elections) may also prompt demonstrations in Kuwait. In 2011, there were protests by various groups, including Bidoons (or stateless persons) expatriate laborers, as well as anti-government demonstrations by young Kuwaitis. However, more recently in June 2015, 27 people were killed including non-Kuwaitis and 227 injured in a terrorist attack during Friday prayers on a mosque in Kuwait during Ramadan. It's not all blue skies and sunshine in the Middle East, but it's worth noting that there has been only one incidence of terrorism in Kuwait since 2005.įoreigners have only been the target of terrorism once going back to an attack carried out on the US Embassy by non-Kuwaitis during the first Gulf War. Many governments advise traveling with a high degree of caution in Kuwait. Wealthy, safe and just about crime-free, Kuwait is a great entry point to the Muslim world of souks, mosques and that all-important warm Arabian hospitality.Ĭheck your government travel advisory before you go. Terrorism risk and civil unrest in Kuwait
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