evidence: KWUAIT, Jan 24 (KUNA) -- Despite being Kuwait's smallest Island, Qaruh holds a significant place in the hearts of Kuwaitis for being the first land to be liberated from the Iraqi aggressors in 1991. Today, the Island is celebrating its 26th anniversary of liberation. Located around 37 kilometers from the Kuwaiti mainland, the island's name "Qaruh" was derived from the presence of tar (Qar) residues on the Island. (end)