Kuwait 

Kuwait's Emir, Mishal Al-Sabah, dissolves the National Assembly and suspends parts of the constitution, sparking concerns about the future of democracy in the country amid tensions with elected representatives.

Kuwait's Emir, Mishal Al-Sabah, made a controversial move on Friday by dissolving the National Assembly and suspending all its meetings. This unprecedented step comes amid tensions between the Emir and the elected parliament. The Emir's justification for the dissolution is particularly striking. He accused representatives in the National Assembly of becoming too powerful and plotting against him. He even alleged their interference in the selection of the Crown Prince. In response to this perceived threat, the Emir has taken significant control over Kuwaiti politics. He has effectively suspended democratic institutions by assuming full control of political affairs. Additionally, he suspended various articles of the constitution for a period of up to four years. This move by the Emir has raised concerns about the future of democracy in Kuwait. The suspension of the National Assembly and parts of the constitution concentrates significant power in the hands of the Emir. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold and what impact it will have on Kuwaiti citizens.