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VP condemns claim Maldivians overthrow govt on streets

Umar’s comments referenced the political turmoil that led to Nasheed’s resignation in 2012, following clashes between police and the military.

19 January 2025

JP's Gasim comes fifth, behind indepedent candidate Umar

According to provisional results, this time Umar has won thousands more votes than he did before.

10 September 2023

Umar Naseer lodges case with army over death threats

Police are also investigating a case in which a man attacked Umar with an iron rod during a campaign event held on the 19th of this month.

Umar gets 2,000 signatures to run for election

Umar entered the presidential race with a promise to solve the problems that have not been solved by any political party in Maldives.

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Ex-home minister announces presidential bid

Meanwhile, it is being rumoured that JP leader Qasim Ibrahim is also likely to contest the elections.

4 February 2023

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.

Gasim invites 5 parties including opposition PPM to form alliance

While Gasim invited five people, MDP president Mohamed Nasheed's 'Fikuregge Dhirun' MDP faction has begun working with JP.