Uncertainty Surrounds Indian Troop Numbers as Third Round of Withdrawal Unfolds
Despite formal talks and the departure of three batches of Indian troops, uncertainty looms over the exact number stationed in…
Maldives-India High-Level Talks Highlight Progress in Military Personnel Replacement
The Maldives and India on Sunday conducted the third meeting of their High-Level Core Group in Malé. The discussions, held…
India Withdraws First Group of Military Personnel From Maldives
Marking the beginning of the fulfilment of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s pledge to remove foreign military troops from the Maldives,…
MNDF Addresses Scepticism Over Replacement of Indian Troops
The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) has moved to mitigate public concern over the replacement of Indian military personnel with…
President Addresses Criticism Over Replacement of Indian Military Personnel With Civilians
In a direct response to mounting criticisms surrounding the replacement of Indian military personnel with civilians, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu…
Troop Withdrawal or Change of Uniform?
In an announcement that sparked both relief and scepticism, the Ministry of Defence on Tuesday revealed that a civilian crew…
Opposition Leader Debunks Indian Military Presence Claims, Casts Doubt on Government’s Honesty
Abdulla Shahid, the newly elected President of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) and former Foreign Minister, has publicly refuted claims…
India Boosts Financial Aid to Maldives, Provides Details on Troop Replacement
India has provided details on recent developments regarding its financial aid and military cooperation with the Maldives, suggesting that the…
Yameen Defends “India-Out” as Nationalistic Movement
Former President Abdulla Yameen has spotlighted the fragile state of the Maldives’ relations with India, attributing the strain to derogatory…
India, Maldives Agree on Timetable for Withdrawal of Indian Military Personnel
India and the Maldives have agreed on a phased withdrawal of Indian military personnel stationed in the Maldives. The decision…