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Arab Times
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- General
- Arab Times
153 lose Kuwaiti citizenship in latest official decrees
KUWAIT CITY, June 4: The official gazette, Kuwait Al-Youm (Kuwait Today), announced on Wednesday the issuance of two decrees revoking the Kuwaiti citizenship of a total of 153 individuals. According to Decree No. 97 of 2025, Kuwaiti citizenship has been withdrawn from 151 individuals, including those who had acquired citizenship through affiliation with them. In a separate measure, Decree No. 98 of 2025 orders the revocation of citizenship from two additional individuals, along with their affiliates. The publication of these decrees comes as part of the government's ongoing procedures related to nationality regulations. No further details regarding the reasons for the revocations were disclosed in the decrees.
Arab Times
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait revokes citizenship of 157 individuals in latest legal action
KUWAIT CITY, May 18: The official newspaper, "Kuwait Today," announced today that a decree and decision have been issued to revoke the Kuwaiti citizenship of 154 individuals and withdraw citizenship certificates from three others. Decree No. 88 of 2025 mandates the withdrawal of Kuwaiti nationality from 154 people, along with the revocation of citizenship for their dependents who acquired it through them. Additionally, a decision by the Cabinet outlines the withdrawal of citizenship certificates from three individuals. The revocation also extends to anyone who acquired Kuwaiti nationality from the holders of these certificates, in accordance with Article 21 bis of the Kuwaiti Citizenship Law, which addresses cases of forgery. The decision reflects ongoing efforts to enforce the country's citizenship laws and ensure compliance with legal standards.
Arab Times
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait implements new law for conditional release of prisoners
KUWAIT CITY, May 4: The official publication 'Kuwait Today' (Kuwait Al-Youm) has released Decree-Law No. (64) of 2025, which amends Article (91) of the Penal Code, originally issued by Law No. 16 of 1960. The new law introduces a restructured process for the conditional release of prisoners. Under the updated law, the length of the prison sentence and the type of case are no longer factors in determining eligibility for conditional release. A committee, formed by the Minister of Interior, will review cases and submit recommendations. Following the committee's advice, the Minister of Interior will request the Public Prosecutor to grant the convict's release, regardless of the sentence's duration. Additionally, the law provides the Minister of Interior with the authority to request the cancellation of a conditional release decision, based on the committee's recommendation. If such a request is made, the Public Prosecutor can order the convict to be returned to prison. Article 1 of the decree-law replaces the existing text of Article (91) with a new provision, which states: "The Public Prosecutor shall be competent to issue a release order based on a request from the Minister of Interior, or his representative, after a recommendation from a committee formed by the Minister of Interior. The committee, which includes representatives from both the Public Prosecution and the Ministry of Interior, will assess the convict's behavior during incarceration to determine whether their release poses a security risk or indicates genuine reform. The release may be revoked by the Public Prosecutor upon a request from the Minister of Interior, following the committee's recommendation." Article 2 outlines that the relevant ministers are tasked with implementing this decree-law, which will take effect upon its publication in the Official Gazette. The new law aims to provide a more flexible and proactive approach to conditional release, ensuring that prisoners are only granted release when it is deemed safe and appropriate, while maintaining a rigorous review process to ensure public safety.
Roya News
17-03-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Kuwait raises legal marriage age to 18, banning child marriages
Kuwait has amended Article 26 of its Family Law, officially prohibiting the registration or validation of marriages for individuals under 18. The amendment, published in the official news outlet "Kuwait Today", is a significant step toward protecting children and aligning with international commitments. The decree states that marriage registration is now only allowed for individuals aged 18 or older, in line with Kuwait's constitution, which upholds the protection of family, motherhood, and childhood following Islamic law. According to Sky News, the amendment aligns with Kuwait's international obligations, particularly the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which defines a child as anyone under 18 and mandates protection from early marriage. It also supports the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, which ensures full and free consent in marriage and encourages setting a minimum marriage age.
