Ex-President Solih Warns of Authoritarian Resurgence in Maldives

Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih accused the current government of reverting to authoritarian practices after police summoned Fayyaz Ismail, chairperson of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), in a corruption investigation. Solih voiced concerns on X, warning of a 'bitter cycle of tyranny.' He criticized President Muizzu for fostering political vengeance, suppressing press freedoms, coercing government employees into campaigning, and encroaching on democratic liberties. Solih likened the MDP to a boat sailing backwards and dragging the country 20 years into the past. He warned that actions could target judges and the police commissioner.

Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih accused the current government of reverting to authoritarian practices after police summoned Fayyaz Ismail, chairperson of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), in a corruption investigation. Solih voiced concerns on X, warning of a 'bitter cycle of tyranny.' He criticized President Muizzu for fostering political vengeance, suppressing press freedoms, coercing government employees into campaigning, and encroaching on democratic liberties. Solih likened the MDP to a boat sailing backwards and dragging the country 20 years into the past. He warned that actions could target judges and the police commissioner.

Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih accused the current government of reverting to authoritarian practices after police summoned Fayyaz Ismail, chairperson of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), in a corruption investigation. Solih voiced concerns on X, warning of a 'bitter cycle of tyranny.' He criticized President Muizzu for fostering political vengeance, suppressing press freedoms, coercing government employees into campaigning, and encroaching on democratic liberties. Solih likened the MDP to a boat sailing backwards and dragging the country 20 years into the past. He warned that actions could target judges and the police commissioner.

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