Kuwaiti Emir Dissolves Parliament Amid Ongoing Political Turmoil

The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmed Al Sabah, has announced a series of measures aimed at strengthening his authority and addressing political turmoil in the country. In a televised speech, he stated that he will not allow democracy to be exploited to destroy the state, and that hard decisions are needed to save the country. The Emir also suspended several constitutional articles, sparking concerns about the potential dismantling of Kuwait's semi-democratic political system. The ruler blamed the interference of some MPs in his powers as a major obstacle, saying that corruption has affected the justice system. He announced that he and the royal-appointed cabinet will assume some powers previously held by the 50-member National Assembly. The Emir also suspended unspecified articles of the constitution for a period of no more than four years.