Kuwait's Council of Ministers and health authorities announced Feb. 18 that the government has canceled all National Day and Liberation Day celebrations set for Feb. 25-26. The decision to cancel events related to the holiday observances is a precautionary measure to limit the spread of COVID-19. The 2000-0500 curfew on commercial shops, restaurants, and large gatherings is in force over the holiday period; businesses and individuals found in breach of government-imposed restrictions during the holidays could face imprisonment, fines, or both.