KD 1,000 fine and 6 months in jail for organising Ramadan 2026 gatherings? Kuwait shuts down viral rumour

Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has debunked a viral social media claim about severe penalties for unpermitted Ramadan gatherings. Authorities clarified that no fines of KD 1,000 or six-month jail terms are in place for organisers. Citizens are urged to rely on official channels for information, as such rumours can cause unnecessary public alarm.