Kuwaiti judicial sources have disclosed that the Public Prosecution has ordered the detention of a prominent actress for 21 days, without initially naming her, and transferred her to the central prison in connection with a state security case. The matter stems from an audio recording circulating on social media platforms, which has been attributed to the Kuwaiti actressElham Alfadalah.
Details of the Detention
The decision to detain Elham Alfadalah “إلهام الفضالة” follows the emergence of an alleged leaked audio clip on the platform X (formerly Twitter). In the recording, the actress reportedly criticizes the prevailing conditions in Kuwait, describing the country as “a land of injustice” and “a land not for its own people, but for strangers.” Despite these remarks, the audio also includes affirmations of her love for Kuwait and her patriotism.
Key aspects of the case include:
- The recording is dated back to 2021.
- Al-Fadala was confronted with the attributed audio during investigations.
- She has been placed in the women’s prison under ongoing investigation, pending forensic analysis to verify the authenticity of the audio and its attribution to her.
Response to Citizenship Withdrawal Rumors
In recent developments, إلهام الفضالة addressed media reports suggesting the revocation of her Kuwaiti citizenship through her social media accounts. During a live broadcast on Snapchat, she responded to followers’ inquiries and firmly denied any such action.
She emphasized the foundational status of her family in Kuwait, stating: “We are founders, not naturalized citizens.” Al-Fadala further noted that her family was among the earliest to arrive in the country.
Historical Context of the Al-Fadala Family
Historical records indicate that the Al-Fadala family is a longstanding Kuwaiti lineage, with roots tracing back to the early 18th century. Ancestors of the family migrated to Kuwait alongside other Utub clans and initially settled in the eastern regions of the country. This heritage underscores the family’s deep ties to Kuwait’s establishment and development.
