KUWAIT CITY, Feb 16 (AFP): Kuwait dissolved parliament on Thursday after a protracted stalemate between cabinet ministers and lawmakers dragged on despite the accession of a new emir in December.
The official KUNA news agency said a "royal decree was issued to dissolve the national assembly" elected last June following a proposal by the prime minister that was approved by cabinet.
The royal decree carried by KUNA accused parliament of constitutional violations, including using "offensive and inappropriate" language.
The announcement came after ministers boycotted a parliamentary session on Wednesday in objection to a speech delivered by one lawmaker.
Kuwait dissolves parliament as political crisis persists
FE Team | Published: February 16, 2024 21:45:06
Kuwait dissolves parliament as political crisis persists
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