Kuwait closes sea, land borders with certain exceptions for citizens, workers

Kuwait closes sea, land borders with certain exceptions for citizens, workers

Kuwait has announced it will be closing its land and sea border crossings with certain exceptions made for citizens and workers, according a decision by the country's Council of Ministers.

Exceptions were made for shipping operations and workers in the divided zone, according to the announcment.

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The return of citizens from land and sea ports will be allowed along with their first-degree relatives and their companions who are domestic workers, the decision stipulated.

Kuwait also announced it would ban physical presence in all types of restaurants and cafes, including those within shopping centers. Only takeout and delivery orders will be allowed starting next Wednesday and until further notice.