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Kuwait's MoI arrests gang involved in human trafficking

Kuwait's MoI arrests gang involved in human trafficking
KUWAIT, Nov 5 (KUNA) - The Ministry of Interior (MoI), through the General Department of Residency Affairs Investigations, announced on Tuesday the arrest of five individuals on charges of human trafficking.
These suspects allegedly collaborated with citizens to recruit workers and charging fees ranging from KD 800 to 1,300 per individual.
In a press statement, the General Directorate of Security Relations and Media emphasized that these actions align with the directives of the Acting Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahad Youssef Saud Al-Sabah, to intensify search and investigation operations to uncover any illegal activities and combat them decisively.
The ministry reaffirmed its full commitment to enforcing the law impartially, stating that security personnel remain vigilant against any violations, and noted that all necessary legal measures have been taken against the suspects, who have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (end) ajr.dss