Outraged citizens protest against rape, demand immediate action

Outraged citizens gathered in front of Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services in capital Male' City on Friday afternoon to protest against rape, amidst the ongoing investigation into the sexual abuse of a two-year-old girl.

Holding placards carrying sentiments such as "Your silence is loud", "No mercy to rapists", and "Children's safety over family dignity - report!", the protestors called for everyone to take a stand against sexual violence, especially when it involves children, and to report such cases to the authorities immediately. The protestors also demanded that action be taken against people whose negligence compromise the safety of children.