MDP parliamentary leader escapes prosecution

Ibrahim Mohamed Solih was among 141 people arrested from an opposition mass protest in the capital on March 16. He was accused of obstructing law enforcement after entering the restricted Republic Square.

Opposition undaunted by jailing of leaders: Ibu

Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, who was freed Wednesday after nearly two weeks in police custody, said he was able to talk with other detainees arrested under emergency powers through his cells partition.

Opposition parliament leader remanded for nine days

Ibrahim Mohamed Solih was arrested under the state of emergency, which deprives detainees of the right to be taken before a judge within 24 hours, but was later accused of entering the restricted Republic Square and obstructing police duty.

Both sides certain of victory ahead of no-confidence vote

Both President Abdulla Yameen and the new alliance formed between ruling party lawmakers loyal to former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and opposition parties are confident of victory in the upcoming no-confidence vote against the parliament’s speaker.

MDP proposes imprisoned ex-president to represent party in talks

Opposition to resume protests

Government will ensure Nasheed’s right to appeal conviction, says spokesperson

Police Commissioner denies obstructing election

Over 300 new members sign for MDP from Hinnavaru

Parties stake positions on economic reform bills