New Delhi sources have stated that after condemning the calls made by the opposition leaders seeking Indian military intervention to resolve the country’s political crisis, Maldives government on Tuesday said that such actions are ‘a threat to nation’s independence and national security’.
According to the statement issued by the Maldivian Defense Ministry said, “The government views such actions to be irresponsible and intended to cause the citizens of both nations, as well as other stakeholders, to cast doubt upon the excellent relationship India and Maldives have enjoyed for decades.” Further the Maldivian government called “on all parties to refrain from such calls” and reiterated that it had maintained good relations with India since the country declared its independence.
Sources have stated that further in a tone of serving a warning, the
statement said, "We would like to assure all our beloved citizens that
Maldives does not have to fear for its independence or sovereignty and that the
Government would not give any opportunity to anyone to threaten the country's
sovereignty.”
