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Ex-President leads riots, arson and vandalism in a bid to regain the presidency

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

Ex-President leads riots, arson and vandalism in a bid to regain the presidency ex-President Mohamed Nasheed yesterday took to Male’ streets, demanding his job back. Nasheed and his ex-Ministers led street riots in Male’ which vandalized private and public property. »

Liquor and hash oil found in Former President Nasheed’s residence

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

Liquor and hash oil found in Former President Nasheed’s residence The Police have said that the belongings of former President Nasheed who resigned yesterday include, large amounts liquor bottles and evidence of the use of hash oil (a product of cannabis or ganja). The Police did not reveal the number of liquor bottles found. They also said that several of the liquor bottles were packed... »

President Dr Waheed assures that rule of law will be upheld

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

President Dr Waheed assures that rule of law will be upheld President Dr Mohamed Waheed has assured that rule of law will be maintained in the Maldives. In a statement to the public after taking the oath of office following the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed, President Dr Waheed gave assurance to the public that no unlawful order would be issued to the Police, the Maldives National... »

Dr Mohamed Waheed sworn in as President

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Dr Mohamed Waheed sworn in as President Dr Mohamed Waheed has sworn in as the 5th President of the Republic of Maldives. The President took his oath of office at the ceremony held at the People’s Majlis this afternoon. »

VP calls the military to uphold the constitution and refrain from obeying illegal instructions

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Vice President Dr. Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik has called the law enforcement agencies, specially the military to uphold the constitution and the laws of the country. In view of the current turmoil in the Maldives, the Vice President expressed his support to the anti-government protesters. He said that he supports the peaceful efforts of a... »

President Mohamed Nasheed Resigns

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

President Mohamed Nasheed Resigns President Mohamed Nasheed has announced his resignation as President in a statement made to the public. He made the announcement after signing a letter of resignation addressed to the Speaker of the People’s Majlis as per the Constitution. In his resignation statement, President Nasheed said: “I believe if I continue as the President of the Maldives,... »

Former President urges all to maintain peace and stability

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has called the people to maintain peace and stability in the nation. In view of the current unrest in the capital Male’ City, former President Gayoom in an interview to VTV via phone said that is very saddened to hear of the current state of affairs in Maldives. He condemned... »

MNDF ends resistance, joins with Police

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

MNDF ends resistance, joins with Police 8:53: Police and MNDF officers advising the public to be cautious, “If MNDF officers inside HQ shoot just fall on the ground” 08:45: Local media reports that MNDF has joined with the Police who has been protesting against the government at the Republican Square. »

Travellers to Maldives advised to stay clear of demonstrators

Monday, February 6th, 2012

(sundaytimes.lk): The United States has issued a fresh travel advisory for persons travelling to the Maldives. The US Embassy in Colombo said the embassy has received reports of possible politically motivated demonstrations in Malé, the capital of the Maldives. Crowds numbering about 300 have protested the past... »
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