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NewsMan arrested for inciting arson and looting
Ali Juman was arrested for using social media to incite arson and looting in the Maldives. His posts targeted buildings and shops in protest of a government land deal. This follows the recent arrest of former Deputy Minister Hassan Zihan for similar threats against state institutions.
NewsFormer Deputy Minister arrested for inciting arson attacks
Former Deputy Minister Hassan Zihan was arrested for inciting arson attacks against state institutions via Facebook. Zihan, who previously served in the MNDF and the Transport Ministry, suggested burning the Supreme Court and President's Office. Police are investigating the posts as serious criminal offenses under terrorism laws.