Published By: Isa Isawade
19th July, 2020
Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah underwent “successful” surgery Sunday morning, the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) said on Sunday.
Sheikh Ali Jarrah Al-Sabah, the Kuwaiti minister of Amiri Diwan confirmed this in a statement.
The Kuwaiti emir was admitted to hospital Saturday for what was called a medical checkup.
Kuwait has yet to elaborate on what ailment required the Emir to seek a previously unannounced medical treatment.
The Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who is 83, has temporarily stepped in to carry out the duties of the Emir, KUNA said.
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