Investigation into two cases related to espionage crimes and harming state security

The Kuwaiti Public Prosecution announced today that it has begun investigating two separate cases related to crimes of espionage and harming state security, in light of the serious information the investigations revealed that revealed the involvement of a number of people in communicating and coordinating with terrorist organizations as part of plans that affect the country’s sovereignty and security.

The Kuwaiti Prosecution added, in a statement, that “the investigation team began its work in cooperation with the relevant authorities, and the necessary legal permissions were obtained to arrest and bring the accused and search their headquarters, as the procedures resulted in the seizure of tools and devices related to the activity subject of the crime.”

The Public Prosecution confirmed that these acts constitute serious crimes that affect the security of the state and are subject to the most severe penalties prescribed by law, and that it is continuing to take all legal measures against anyone proven to be involved in preparation for referring the accused to justice.