More Arrests
Several arrests were made during the morning hours of August 13, 2005, as to prevent further demonstrations. Some key people arrested includes:
- Shuaib Ali (Furahani)- Democracy campaigner and MDP National Council Member
- Ali Shiyam - Director of AAA Resorts
- Mohamed Ziyad - MDP Councillor
Read more about this topic: 2005 Maldives Civil Unrest
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