Kuwait Flag

The flag of Kuwait is a horizontal tricolor consisting of green, white, and red bands, with a distinctive black trapezoid on the hoist side (the side nearest the flagpole). Adopted on September 7, 1961, when Kuwait gained independence from British protection, the flag’s design and colors are based on the Pan-Arab colors, which symbolize Arab unity and freedom. Each color holds specific meaning: green represents the fertile land, white symbolizes peace and purity, red stands for the blood of those who defended the country, and black signifies the defeat of the country’s enemies. The black trapezoid is unique among Arab flags and gives the Kuwaiti flag a distinctive appearance. Overall, the flag of Kuwait reflects both national identity and the broader cultural and political connections to the Arab world.