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| Kuwait orders news blackout over 'coup' tape court case |
| 2014-04-12 |
| [Beirut Daily Star: Region] Kuwait has imposed a news blackout over an investigation into reports of a recording that allegedly reveals a plot to overthrow the Gulf state's ruling system, state news agency KUNA said. Kuwait's public prosecutor opened a case in December after receiving a legal complaint that demanded an investigation into tweets about the recording. The topic has featured extensively in local media and prompted a rare statement this week from the ruler's office, which told people to stop discussing the case in order to preserve national unity. A major OPEC oil producer and U.S. ally, Kuwait has a lively press and the most open political system in the Gulf region, thanks to its elected parliament. The 50-member assembly can question government ministers and block legislation, while the emir has the final say in state affairs. |
| Posted by:Fred |