Kuwait Court Upholds Death Sentences for Three Iranians in Drug Case

Apr 30, 2026

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Apr 30, 2026 02:31

Kuwait appeal court upholds death sentences for three Iranians in drug case

## Court Decision

Kuwait's Court of Appeal has confirmed the death sentences for three Iranian nationals involved in a significant drug trafficking case. The men were found guilty of attempting to smuggle over 120 kilograms of hashish and 10,000 psychotropic pills into the country.

## Smuggling Operation

The suspects were intercepted by the Coast Guard near Kubbar Island. This operation was a result of coordination with the General Directorate for Drug Control, following intelligence reports about the drug shipment.

## Investigation and Confession

During the investigation, the defendants admitted their involvement, revealing they were promised 10,000 Kuwaiti dinars each for the operation. The plan was to deliver the drugs to a specific location near the island.

## Legal Implications

This ruling highlights Kuwait's stringent measures against drug trafficking, reinforcing the country's zero-tolerance policy towards such offenses.

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