The Government of Kuwait announced that Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah, the half-brother of the deceased Sheikh Sabah, was proclaimed emir of Kuwait. The new monarch is 83 years old, since 2006 he was heir to the throne, writes newsru. co. il.
The powers of the head of state were entrusted to Sheikh Nawaf on July 18, when his brother flew to the United States for treatment.. The prince, son of Emir Ahmad and his 11th wife Yamama, also served as Minister of Defense and Interior.
Now the monarch has to appoint an heir. According to the constitution, his candidacy must be approved by the National Assembly..
Forty days of mourning declared in Kuwait. All government offices will be closed for three days.