Muizzu labels by-election defeat a historic achievement

President Mohamed Muizzu claimed the Hithadhoo North by-election defeat of his ruling People's National Congress (PNC) by the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) as a 'historic achievement'. Speaking at a PNC rally in Dhaalu Meedhoo, Muizzu thanked campaign workers and voters, stating that despite the loss, the party's efforts were successful. MDP candidate Abdulla Sodiq won by 62 votes, receiving 1,375 votes against PNC's Ahmed Saeed with 1,313 votes. The seat became vacant after Mohamed Sinan lost it due to a proven debt case. In the 2024 parliamentary election, Sinan had won by 241 votes, and Saeed (then independent) got 306 votes; combined they totaled 1,385 votes, which PNC failed to reach. MDP increased its support by 537 votes compared to 2024. Other news includes indirect accusations by Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef against India, U.S. anti-terrorism training for Maldives police, trial of October 3 protesters, and Nasheed convening MDP National Council.

President Mohamed Muizzu claimed the Hithadhoo North by-election defeat of his ruling People's National Congress (PNC) by the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) as a 'historic achievement'. Speaking at a PNC rally in Dhaalu Meedhoo, Muizzu thanked campaign workers and voters, stating that despite the loss, the party's efforts were successful. MDP candidate Abdulla Sodiq won by 62 votes, receiving 1,375 votes against PNC's Ahmed Saeed with 1,313 votes. The seat became vacant after Mohamed Sinan lost it due to a proven debt case. In the 2024 parliamentary election, Sinan had won by 241 votes, and Saeed (then independent) got 306 votes; combined they totaled 1,385 votes, which PNC failed to reach. MDP increased its support by 537 votes compared to 2024. Other news includes indirect accusations by Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef against India, U.S. anti-terrorism training for Maldives police, trial of October 3 protesters, and Nasheed convening MDP National Council.

President Mohamed Muizzu claimed the Hithadhoo North by-election defeat of his ruling People's National Congress (PNC) by the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) as a 'historic achievement'. Speaking at a PNC rally in Dhaalu Meedhoo, Muizzu thanked campaign workers and voters, stating that despite the loss, the party's efforts were successful. MDP candidate Abdulla Sodiq won by 62 votes, receiving 1,375 votes against PNC's Ahmed Saeed with 1,313 votes. The seat became vacant after Mohamed Sinan lost it due to a proven debt case. In the 2024 parliamentary election, Sinan had won by 241 votes, and Saeed (then independent) got 306 votes; combined they totaled 1,385 votes, which PNC failed to reach. MDP increased its support by 537 votes compared to 2024. Other news includes indirect accusations by Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef against India, U.S. anti-terrorism training for Maldives police, trial of October 3 protesters, and Nasheed convening MDP National Council.

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