Opposition accused of planning and inciting violence
Police said investigations were under way after they had learned of plans to topple President Abdulla Yameen’s administration from the streets with arson attacks, bribery, petty crime and vandalism.
09 Mar 2018, 9:00 AM
The Maldives opposition has been accused of planning to overthrow the government by creating unrest and instability in the capital.
Police said Thursday night investigations were under way after they had learned of plans to topple President Abdulla Yameen’s administration from the streets with arson attacks, bribery, petty crime and vandalism.
Spokesman Ahmed Shifan told media that four arrests had been made and that more may follow in the coming days.
The President’s Office said police would be carrying out “special operations to prevent unlawful actions” that had been planned for the weekend.
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