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Moosa Jaleel appointed Director General at Counter-Terrorism Centre

Major General (Retd) Moosa Ali Jaleel has been appointed Director General of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre, an appointment confirmed by Chief Government Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef (Mundhu). Jaleel previously served as Minister of Defence and National Security, High Commissioner to Pakistan, and Chief of Defence Force.

Latest Moosa Ali Jaleel named director general of counter terrorism centre Atoll Times, 30 Oct, 06:00

  • Moosa Ali Jaleel appointed Director General of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre 28 Oct 3 outlets
latest 30 Oct, 06:00

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Reported over17 h 51 minfirst to latest report
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What happened

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  1. Thu 9 Feb
    Moosa Ali Jaleel retired from the Maldivian Army as Chief of Defense Force February 9, 2012 only Byline Musa Ali Jalil retired from the army on February 9, 2012, as the Chief of Defense Force.

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  2. Wed 28 Oct
    Moosa Ali Jaleel appointed Director General of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre 28 Oct 2 sources Major General (Retd) Moosa Ali Jaleel has been appointed yesterday as the Director General of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre.

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  3. Thu 29 Oct
    President Dr Mohamed Muizzu appointed Moosa Ali Jaleel Director General of the National Counter Terrorism Centre. 29 Oct only MM TV (English) newest Former Defence Minister Moosa Ali Jaleel has been appointed Director General of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC). The appointment was made by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu yesterday.

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How the story developed

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  1. Fri 30 Oct2 reports
  2. Thu 29 Oct4 reports

How the reporting differs

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BylineNews outlet

Former Defense Minister appointed as the Head of NCTC

more than 32 years years of service in the Maldivian Army
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The StandardNews outlet

Moosa Ali Jaleel appointed Director General of National Counter Terrorism Centre

32 years years of military service completed by Jaleel at retirement

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Who reported it, and when

6 outlets, over 17 h 51 min
  1. The Edition 29 Oct, 12:09 · first report
  2. Adhadhu (English) 29 Oct, 12:37 · 27 min later
  3. Byline 29 Oct, 13:05 · 55 min later
  4. The Standard 29 Oct, 13:06 · 56 min later
  5. Atoll Times 30 Oct, 06:00 · 17 h 51 min later
  6. MM TV (English) 30 Oct · time not given
29 Oct, 12:0930 Oct, 06:00

Newest report: Atoll Times, 30 Oct, 06:00. Reports with a date and no time are listed but not placed on the line.

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  • Moosa Ali Jaleel appointed Director General of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre 28 Oct The EditionBylineMM TV (English) Major General (Retd) Moosa Ali Jaleel has been appointed yesterday as the Director General of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre.

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    Yesterday, he was appointed Director General of the NCTC. He succeeded Wais Waheed as head of the NCTC, which was formed under the Prevention of Terrorism Act to protect the country from terrorism.

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    Former Defence Minister Moosa Ali Jaleel has been appointed Director General of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC). The appointment was made by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu yesterday.

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  • length of military service career career 32 years The Edition He built his career in the military over 32 years of service.

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  • tenure as Chief of Defence Force 2008-2012 2008 to 2012 The Edition Earlier, he served as Chief of Defence Force from 2008 to 2012.

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  • length of military career career over 31 years Adhadhu (English) During his distinguished military career spanning over 31 years, Jaleel was decorated with nine ribbons and 11 medals for his service and bravery.

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  • medals awarded career 11 medals Adhadhu (English) During his distinguished military career spanning over 31 years, Jaleel was decorated with nine ribbons and 11 medals for his service and bravery.

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  • years of service in the Maldivian Army more than 32 years Byline After more than 32 years of valuable service in the Maldivian Army, Musa Ali Jalil retired from the army on February 9, 2012, as the Chief of Defense Force.

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  • years of military service completed by Jaleel at retirement to February 9, 2012 32 years The Standard He retired from military service on February 9, 2012, after completing 32 years in the armed forces, including his tenure as Chief of Defence Force.

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  • 32 years length of military service career The Edition He built his career in the military over 32 years of service.

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  • 2008 to 2012 tenure as Chief of Defence Force The Edition Earlier, he served as Chief of Defence Force from 2008 to 2012.

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  • over 31 years length of military career Adhadhu (English) During his distinguished military career spanning over 31 years, Jaleel was decorated with nine ribbons and 11 medals for his service and bravery.

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  • 11 medals medals awarded Adhadhu (English) During his distinguished military career spanning over 31 years, Jaleel was decorated with nine ribbons and 11 medals for his service and bravery.

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  • more than 32 years years of service in the Maldivian Army Byline After more than 32 years of valuable service in the Maldivian Army, Musa Ali Jalil retired from the army on February 9, 2012, as the Chief of Defense Force.

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  • 32 years years of military service completed by Jaleel at retirement The Standard He retired from military service on February 9, 2012, after completing 32 years in the armed forces, including his tenure as Chief of Defence Force.

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  • 32 years years served in the Maldives National Defence Force MM TV (English) Moosa Ali Jaleel served in the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) for 32 years

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  • 2016 year year the NCTC was established MM TV (English) The NCTC, established in 2016, operates under the Ministry of Defence and National Service.

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  • President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu awarded the Grand Order of Military Honour to Moosa Ali Jaleel for courage and bravery displayed in the 1988 coup attempt Victory Day in November 2024 Maldives The Edition On Victory Day in November 2024, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu awarded the Grand Order of Military Honour to Moosa Ali Jaleel, in recognition of the courage and bravery displayed in the 1988 coup attempt.

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  • Moosa Ali Jaleel contested the Male' Mayor post under a ruling PNC ticket but did not secure the seat last April's Local Council Elections Male' The Edition Moosa Ali Jaleel also contested for Male' Mayor post under a ruling PNC ticket in last April's Local Council Elections, although he did not secure the seat.

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  • Jaleel contested the Male' City mayoral election on the PNC ticket and was unsuccessful earlier this year Male' Adhadhu (English) Earlier this year, Jaleel contested the Male' City mayoral election on the ticket of the ruling People's National Congress (PNC), though he was unsuccessful in his bid.

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  • Moosa Ali Jaleel was dismissed from the post of Defense Minister 2015 Byline He was also the Defense Minister during the tenure of former President Abdullah Yameen Abdul Gayoom. However, he was dismissed from the post in 2015.

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  • Government conferred the Nishan Askaree Verikamuge Izzaiy military honour on Jaleel November 2024 Maldives The Standard In November 2024, the government conferred upon him the Nishan Askaree Verikamuge Izzaiy, a military honour recognising his contributions to the defence and security of the Maldives.

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  • Jaleel contested the Malé mayoral election as the PNC candidate and was unsuccessful April 2026 Malé The Standard He contested the Malé mayoral election held in April 2026 as a candidate representing the ruling People’s National Congress (PNC), but was unsuccessful.

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  • Moosa Ali Jaleel was named director general of the counter terrorism centre. Atoll Times Moosa Ali Jaleel named director general of counter terrorism centre

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