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Zelenskiy touts new 'drone missile', calls Putin 'sick old man'

Independence Day has surged in importance for Ukrainians during the invasion, which has spurred widespread patriotic sentiment.

President observes Independence Day parade

The event was attended by cabinet ministers, senior officials from government offices and institutions, and members of the general public.

China 'green-lights' delaying Maldives loan repayments, pres says

The central bank MMA said in March that it had no information that the loans owed to China had been restructured.

President confers national award for public service to 138

The awards were conferred during the official Independence Day function held at the Maldives Centre for Social Education (MCSE).

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President opens Minivan Ufaa Carnival

Admission is free and the carnival will feature a number of activities for the public.

Umar vows to deport Indian solders; return helicopters 'in a box'

Umar believes that with the presence of Indian troops and the current level of Indian influence, the debt will end up as a 'tool' to pressure Maldives.

True independence only when Yameen back in power, PPM says

The statement said the coalition wants Yameen to participate in the upcoming presidential election and change the situation in the country.

Pres hails 'most independent' 5 years

"The seeds of development that were sown from north to south are ready to sprout”.

Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees

The Japanese embassy said it is still working on the specifics of the gift.

HPA rules out food as diarrhoea outbreak cause; blames virus

The opening of Independence Day Carnival event at the Hulhumale Central Park has also been postponed due to the spread of diarrhoea.

Male traffic banned for 2 hours on Independence Day

The MNDF and Cadet Corps will conduct a march on the streets of the city on Friday in connection with Independence Day.

President conveys Independence Day greetings

The president participated in the commemorative flag-hoisting ceremony earlier on Friday morning to mark the occasion.