Ahmed Amir

Adeeb to call 13 witnesses in boat blast trial

Lawyers representing former Vice President Ahmed Adeeb named today 13 witnesses to speak in his defence over charges of abuse of authority relating to a blast on President Abdulla Yameen’s speedboat.

Trials begin for boat blast suspects

Former Colonel Ahmed Fayaz ‘Papa,’ who is accused of ordering two explosives experts to remove evidence from the Finifenma speedboat immediately after the mysterious explosion, told the court today that he was following orders from Chief of Defence Forces Major General Ahmed Shiyam.

Majlis standing committees’ composition approved as parties reach compromise

Majlis elections: “The people trust us, despite being recently formed”, says MDA