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Stories 25last 90 days 25 in the last 12 weeks, once per event
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Last in the news 7 Nov most recent report

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latest 40 of 41 stories of the last year, newest first, each event once

November 2026

  1. Kolamaafushi floods affect 85 percent homes, 25 families displaced 2 outlets
  2. Met Office warns of heavy rain and potential flooding amid strengthening monsoon 3 outlets
  3. Court extends former deputy minister Zihan's remand by 14 days Sun English
  4. Maldivian soldier posthumously awarded Italian gold medal for valour 2 outlets
  5. Italy presents highest civilian honor to family of MNDF soldier who died searching for missing divers 4 outlets
  6. Minister Saeed seeks stronger Maldives–Italy investment ties... MM TV (English)
  7. President Muizzu Accuses Previous Administration of Driving Maldives into Debt Trap and Bankruptcy Raajje (English)
  8. Defence minister calls for self-reliance in safeguarding Maldives' independence 2 outlets
  9. Economic independence essential to protecting Maldives from foreign influence, says President The Standard
  10. President honors frontline soldiers for bravery during the 1988 attack Sun English
  11. Defense Minister says Maldives must prioritize national interest and avoid dependence on foreign powers Sun English
  12. Ghassan urges vigilance on Victory Day, saying nations face threats beyond guns and visible enemies Sun English
  13. Defence chief says current govt has made record investment in MNDF Atoll Times
  14. Special celebrations for Victory Day commence with a large congregation for dawn prayer Raajje (English)
  15. Lessons from soldiers’ courage and jihad must guide defence of independence: President 4 outlets
  16. Largest military infrastructure project handed over to Chinese firm 6 outlets
  17. Having overcome subjugation by arms, Maldives must now break free from debt and achieve economic independence: President 3 outlets
  18. November 3 Special Shield of Honour presented to five veterans 5 outlets
  19. President’s defence policy prioritises sovereignty without... 2 outlets
  20. A gunshot, a talkie and a missed exam: A nation's fragmented... MM TV (English)
  21. President, First Lady attend MNDF’s Victory Day military display 5 outlets
  22. MNDF undergoes unprecedented development under current... 2 outlets

October 2026

  1. Moosa Ali Jaleel appointed Director General of National Counter Terrorism Centre 6 outlets
  2. Italy honours Maldivian soldier who died searching for missing divers Atoll Times
  3. While the Parliament holds the power to impeach the President, the Supreme Court must advise the President to ensure ju… Raajje (English)

July 2026

  1. Maldives Marks 61st Independence Day with Ceremony at Republic Square Maldives News Network

June 2026

  1. Rebranding Police Intelligence as “National Intelligence Service” - A Wrong Move Adhadhu (English)

May 2026

  1. 77 national service participants depart for technical training in Kihaadhoo Atoll Times
  2. President Congratulates Graduates of National Service Technical Program The Standard
  3. Divers trained for high-risk operations, says Coast guard chief Atoll Times
  4. Foreign divers to lead cave search from Tuesday Atoll Times
  5. Foreign Minister Meets Italian Ambassador Following Vaavu Diving Tragedy The Standard
  6. Calls grow to halt search operation after rescue diver's death Atoll Times
  7. MNDF anniversary: President Muizzu praises generations of soldiers who defended Maldives The Standard

April 2026

  1. Fire Breaks Out at Soneva Jani Resort The Standard
  2. Burn Victim on Ventilator After Fuel Boat Fire in Feeali The Standard

March 2026

  1. Three-Day Eid Haveeru Celebrations Kick Off with Strong Turnout The Standard

February 2026

  1. Mauritius Severs Diplomatic Ties With Maldives Over Chagos Dispute Maldives Republic
  2. UK Says Chagos Sovereignty Bilateral Matter With Mauritius, Dismisses Maldives’ Objections Maldives Republic
  3. Trump Backs UK Chagos Deal as Maldives Rejects ITLOS Ruling and Asserts Maritime Control Maldives Republic

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