Lawmakers

Iraqi lawmakers set May 12 as date for national elections

Jan 22, 2018

YemenExtra Y.A The Iraqi parliament has finally approved a date for holding national elections as the Arab country struggles to return to normal political life after a devastating three-year war against Daesh. The Iraqi parliament…

Trump’s al-Quds decision threatens global peace: OIC lawmakers

Jan 18, 2018

YemenExtra Y.A Muslim parliamentarians have condemned US President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel’s capital as a threat to the global peace and a violation of the Palestinian nation’s rights. “We consider…

Lawmakers want the US to stop helping Saudi Arabia in its war on Yemen: American Website

Jan 12, 2018

YemenExtra Y.A The U.S. Air Force's refueling operations for the Saudi-led coalition striking Yemen could end if lawmakers succeed in passing a House bill. Rep. Ro Khanna, a California Democrat and member of the House Armed…

Lawmakers Warn Saudi Ambassador Military Operation In Yemen Could Cause Famine: Huffpost

May 1, 2017

YemenExtra A bipartisan group of senators urged the Saudi ambassador to have his government avoid bombing a port in Yemen that serves as the main entry point for humanitarian aid in a country that is on the brink of famine. …