Maldives President Urged to Apologize to PM Modi and Seek Normal Ties with India

Maldives Jumhooree Party leader Gasuim Ibrahim has urged President Mohammed Muizzu to apologize to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India for recent controversial remarks, calling for "diplomatic reconciliation" to mend bilateral relations. Tensions between India and Maldives escalated after derogatory social media posts by three of Muizzu's ministers against PM Modi, leading to their suspension and backlash in India. Gasuim also expressed concern over Muizzu's comments about reducing dependence on India, emphasizing India's expertise in medical services and medicines. This further complicates the relationship between the two countries, with the main opposition party planning to submit a motion to impeach Muizzu, and calls for diplomatic reconciliation through a formal apology to mend bilateral relations.