# Police Arrest Opposition Leader

- Place: Malé, Maldives (4.1755, 73.5093)
- Published: 2026-11-03T13:25:51.377Z · expires 2026-11-10T13:25:51.377Z
- Floors (The Arena): E12 States, E13 Civilizations, E10 Institutions
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Maldives police have arrested opposition leader Abdulla Shahid on child sexual abuse allegations, per Times of India.

Shahid, a former foreign minister, was held in connection with the case that has drawn national attention, Newscord.org reports.

The arrest comes amid escalating political tensions in the Maldives, with the ruling party seeking to consolidate power as reported by Tribune India.

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