Cabinet condemns May 6 terror attack on Speaker of Parliament

The cabinet has strongly condemned the May 6 terror attack targeting the Speaker of Parliament Mohamed Nasheed.

President Solih condemned the attack at the online cabinet meeting held on May 11, describing it as a heinous act of terror. Deliberations took place on the latest cautionary steps taken following the terror attack and expediting the investigation. They also discussed ways of strengthening and ensuring the safety and security of the public.

The speaker sustained numerous injuries following an explosion outside his residence on Neeloafaru Hingun on May 6. Three people have been arrested in relation to the attack.