Opposition Leader Fayyaz Criticises Alleged Presidential Threat Against Journalist
Opposition leader and MDP chairperson Fayyaz Ismail criticized President Mohamed Muizzu over allegations that Muizzu personally threatened journalist Hussain Fiyaz Moosa, CEO of independent news outlet Adhadhu, in a phone call. Fayyaz warned that given the Maldives' history of violence against journalists, such threats must be taken seriously. Adhadhu reported that Muizzu called Moosa in anger over remarks at an MDP rally, repeating threats of 'harshest action' three times. The Maldives Journalists Association (MJA) called for a swift and transparent investigation. The President's Office and Police have not responded.
Opposition leader and MDP chairperson Fayyaz Ismail criticized President Mohamed Muizzu over allegations that Muizzu personally threatened journalist Hussain Fiyaz Moosa, CEO of independent news outlet Adhadhu, in a phone call. Fayyaz warned that given the Maldives' history of violence against journalists, such threats must be taken seriously. Adhadhu reported that Muizzu called Moosa in anger over remarks at an MDP rally, repeating threats of 'harshest action' three times. The Maldives Journalists Association (MJA) called for a swift and transparent investigation. The President's Office and Police have not responded.
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Opposition leader and MDP chairperson Fayyaz Ismail criticized President Mohamed Muizzu over allegations that Muizzu personally threatened journalist Hussain Fiyaz Moosa, CEO of independent news outlet Adhadhu, in a phone call. Fayyaz warned that given the Maldives' history of violence against journalists, such threats must be taken seriously. Adhadhu reported that Muizzu called Moosa in anger over remarks at an MDP rally, repeating threats of 'harshest action' three times. The Maldives Journalists Association (MJA) called for a swift and transparent investigation. The President's Office and Police have not responded.
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