Shaheem was injured through Easa acting in self-defense: MDP

Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has defended Kendhikulhudhoo constituency MP Ahmed Easa's actions in parliament yesterday, stating that Kanditheemu MP Abdulla Shaheem sustained injuries through actions Easa did in his own self-defense.

The physical altercation occurred amidst the disruption of the parliament sitting yesterday by pro-government MPs who were aiming to stop proceedings after opposition parties announced it would deny parliamentary approval to some members of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's cabinet.