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In a shocking incident that has rattled the Maldives, Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem, appointed by the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) government, fell victim to a brutal attack in broad daylight. The news, reported by the Maldives-based online outlet Adhadhu, sent shockwaves across the nation.
According to reports, Shameem was assaulted earlier today and is currently undergoing treatment at the ADK Hospital in Malé. A spokesperson from the prosecutor's office confirmed the incident to Adhadhu, highlighting the severity of the assault.
The police, in a statement, revealed that Shameem was attacked earlier in the day, adding that the assault did not involve a sharp weapon. This disturbing event unfolds amidst a backdrop of escalating violence within the country.
Not long ago, the Maldives Parliament was plunged into chaos as government MPs from the PPM/PNC party disrupted proceedings, causing a disturbance during crucial sessions. The scuffle reportedly erupted as a pivotal vote on parliamentary approval for the Muizzu government was slated for the day.
Social media was flooded with dramatic footage depicting clashes between MDP MP Isa and PNC MP Abdullah Shaheem Abdul Hakeem, further highlighting the tense political atmosphere.
In a separate development, two opposition parties in the Maldives voiced strong opposition against the current regime's apparent shift in foreign policy, particularly concerning India. The MDP and The Democrats issued a joint statement condemning the pivot, stressing its adverse implications for the nation's long-term development.
Emphasizing the importance of stability and security in the Indian Ocean region, the opposition underscored the need for consecutive governments to maintain collaborative relationships with all development partners, including India.
Meanwhile, reports from the Maldives Sun indicate that the Attorney General's Office has taken legal action by filing a case with the Supreme Court regarding amendments to the Parliament's orders. These amendments, which allow opposition lawmakers to impeach the president, have sparked controversy.
The resignations of seven lawmakers in November to assume top positions in Mohamed Muizzu's administration prompted the MDP-led Parliament to amend its orders, altering the criteria for impeaching President Muizzu. This move has reduced the threshold for impeachment, intensifying political tensions within the Maldives.
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