Diego Garcia

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Maldives Republic | 1 year, 2 months ago | tense

Maldivians Concerned About Airspace Use Amid US-Iran Tensions

The deployment of US B-2 Spirit stealth bombers to the military base on Diego Garcia has raised concerns in the Maldives about possible use of the country's airspace in a US strike on Iran. Satellite imagery shows six B-2 bombers at Diego Garcia. Analysts suggest the bombers are for deterrence and possible military action. The most direct flight routes could pass through Maldivian territory. Maldivians on social media worry about economic fallout on tourism and call for neutrality. US and Iranian officials have made statements. Maldivian authorities have not commented.

The Standard | 1 year, 2 months ago | tense

President Muizzu Rises to Defend the Nation: $100M Boost as Threats Loom Near Maldives

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu re-enacted Decree No. 6/2025, raising the minimum investment for national security projects from $15 million to $100 million. The move comes amid rising tensions with Iran threatening the US-UK base on Diego Garcia, located 1,275 km south of Malé. The decree aims to bolster sovereignty and internal stability. Specific projects remain confidential. The initiative has widespread support among Maldivians.