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The Knesset has not held a session in 13 years,
following an attempt by MK's to legislate limits on the
King's power, acting against the Constitution of 1872.
King Ishmael II has decreed that he will reinstate the Knesset as the functioning legislative body of the Kingdom, following what he hopes to be 'widespread and fair elections'. The Knesset has not held a session in 13 years since it's attempt to legislate laws that would revise the 1872 Constitution, removing the King's power of royal prerogative. The King, in a hotly debated but not unexpected move, used the power of royal prerogative to eliminate the topic from discussion and, more controversially, dismiss the Knesset itself.
However, the King has since ruled, together with the High Courts of Justice (Bagatz) without democratic aid; a highly unpopular move that has seen much criticism of the Royal family and what is called 'ineffective governing' of the King, who has failed to negotiate acceptable compromises with various labor and populist movements.
The King staged a nation-wide referendum in late 2009 to gauge public interest in a renewed Knesset. Public support for the action was overwhelming, with a massive 92% majority in favor of a Knesset.
King Ishmael II has called upon political party leaders within the Argent Coast to meet with the Royal house in a special audience which will inform them of the dates which campaigns may begin, and when elections will take place. The Royal house will release details to the public shortly afterwards.
In other news:
Conflict in the East, Nokanawa under pressure.
Batavie to elect President, faces criticism by Hajr.
Princess Hadasah hosts charity for children affected by conflict throughout the world, addresses Wazistan, Sinhai, and more.