Vice President Extends Victory Day Greetings, Praises Fallen Heroes

Vice President of the Republic Al-Ustaz Hussain Mohamed Latheef has extended congratulations on Victory Day, a national holiday commemorating the thwarting of a terrorist attack on November 3, 1988. In a social media post, the Vice President offered prayers asking Almighty Allah to grant the high rewards of Paradise to the martyrs who sacrificed themselves in defense of the country's independence. He described Victory Day as a day of unity among the Maldivian people and sacrifice by the Maldivian soldiers. The Vice President's message highlighted that the victory was achieved through the courage, honor, and bravery of Maldivian soldiers who thwarted the ruthless attack. The attack resulted in the martyrdom of 19 Maldivians, including 8 soldiers and 11 ordinary citizens. A further 39 Maldivians were injured, with many suffering significant physical and psychological damage.