Harassing ambassadors is not victory for Palestine: Minister Shaheem

The government has defended their decision to arrest the two women protesting against Israel and its allies in the Maldives, while the justice system proceeds against the duo, who are now remanded for three days.

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Materials used by Dr Shazra and Shadhiya during their protest -- Photo: Police

Ameera Osmanagic

2024-08-30 05:18:43

Acting in ways that cause disturbance to the ambassadors appointed to the Maldives from various countries is not a victory for Palestine, said Islamic Minister Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed yesterday.

His comment comes as two women protesting against Israel's genocide against Palestine, in front of various embassies in the country's capital were arrested yesterday. The two women have been identified as religious scholar Dr. Mohamed Iyaz's wife Aishath Shadhiya, and Dr. Shazra Ibrahim.

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