KUWAIT CITY, Dec 24: The Ministry of Interior has issued a warning against fake messages and fraudulent websites impersonating the institution, particularly those claiming to require payment for traffic violations. The ministry clarified that traffic violation payments should only be made through official channels, such as the ministry or Sahel applications. It added that it does not send text messages from international phone numbers, and users are urged to verify the sender’s identity and immediately report any suspicious activity through the ‘Aman’ service in the Sahel application.

Meanwhile, Director of the Public Relations and Security Media General Department at the Ministry of Interior Colonel Othman Al-Gharib has urged citizens, residents and visitors to purchase tickets for the Gulf 26 Cup tournament matches only through the official platform ‘Hayakum’ or authorized sales outlets operated by the event’s organizing committee to avoid falling victim to online fraud.

In an interview with Kuwait TV, Al- Gharib warned about the risks posed by individuals seeking quick access to tickets, who may be susceptible to electronic scams. He stressed that tickets should only be obtained through recognized and official sources, adding that the Public Relations and Security Media General Department continues its awareness campaigns to educate the public about these fraudulent schemes. In other news, the Ministry of Interior has introduced a new electronic service that enables Kuwaiti citizens to obtain driving licenses through the Sahel application. This innovative service simplifies the process of obtaining a driving license by utilizing the traffic services option available within the application.

By Munif Naif
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff and Agencies