Government Still Uncertain About Exact Number of Indian Troops in Maldives
Uncertainty persists over the exact number of Indian troops in the Maldives, with initial reports of 77 later revised to 89. Government spokesperson Mohamed Shahyb downplayed the significance, stating no security threat. The ruling coalition, while in opposition, claimed thousands of troops. The government has called for withdrawal and formed a co-group with Indian officials, but no timeline or formal agreement has been reached. The issue is politically charged, central to President Muizzu's campaign.
Uncertainty persists over the exact number of Indian troops in the Maldives, with initial reports of 77 later revised to 89. Government spokesperson Mohamed Shahyb downplayed the significance, stating no security threat. The ruling coalition, while in opposition, claimed thousands of troops. The government has called for withdrawal and formed a co-group with Indian officials, but no timeline or formal agreement has been reached. The issue is politically charged, central to President Muizzu's campaign.
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Uncertainty persists over the exact number of Indian troops in the Maldives, with initial reports of 77 later revised to 89. Government spokesperson Mohamed Shahyb downplayed the significance, stating no security threat. The ruling coalition, while in opposition, claimed thousands of troops. The government has called for withdrawal and formed a co-group with Indian officials, but no timeline or formal agreement has been reached. The issue is politically charged, central to President Muizzu's campaign.
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