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Today's Friday sermon advised being honest in financial transactions and avoiding unnecessary debts and usury (riba), while condemning the attacks carried out by the Houthis in violation of the sanctity of Mecca and Medina. A 50-year-old Maldivian man, who fell headfirst and became trapped among tetrapod rocks while fishing in the Usfasgandu area, was rescued by the MNDF by moving the heavy rocks and taken to IGMH. The court has remanded a 36-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman in custody for five days following their arrest under a court warrant over an indecent act committed on the balcony of an apartment in Hiyaa Tower 12, Hulhumalé Phase 2. Faseeh has called for submitting a resignation letter even if one merely contemplates committing an offense while in uniform. It has been revealed that the registration of the Thoddoo family stranded in India has been cancelled. Concerns have been noted regarding a potential shortage of imams across various islands in the Maldives in the future. Public complaints have increased due to delays in the Ameenee Magu development work. A special weekend program conducted with Dr. Jameel was also notable.
In the Friday sermon delivered across mosques in the Maldives on Friday, September 18, 2026, matters relating to taking debts and the Houthis of Yemen were addressed. In this sermon, along with crucial points to be mindful of regarding borrowing within the standards of Islamic Sharia, light was also shed on notable issues related to the Houthis at this juncture. Touching upon such delicate and important topics in the Friday sermon has drawn the attention of many people.
On 18 September 2026, the MNDF conducted an operation to rescue an individual who became trapped among the tetrapod breakwater stones placed in the Usfasgandu area of Malé. Upon receiving information that a person had fallen and was trapped between the rocks of that area, soldiers immediately went to the scene and undertook special efforts to retrieve the individual from the location. Due to the prompt efforts of the soldiers, the person was safely pulled out from between the rocks without sustaining any further harm. To remain safe from such incidents, being cautious and taking safety measures when climbing onto breakwater rocks is of utmost importance.
On 18 September 2026, Faseeh stated that if one even contemplates committing any kind of crime while in uniform, they must immediately submit a letter of resignation. Highlighting the importance of upholding the reputation of the institution and safeguarding the honor and dignity of the uniform, he urged uniformed personnel to stay away from unlawful acts. He also reminded that rather than entering a criminal environment while wearing a uniform, it is far better to step aside and detach oneself from those responsibilities.
On September 18, 2026, police arrested individuals involved in a case concerning indecent behavior committed on the balcony of a Hiyaa flat in Hulhumalé. Following the circulation on social media of a video showing this act being carried out on the balcony of a Hiyaa tower in violation of public social standards, the police immediately began investigating the matter and took the suspects into police custody. Following this incident, police are currently interrogating them and further investigating the case to take necessary legal action.
It has been revealed that the registry of a family from AA. Thoddoo, who are stranded in India, has been cancelled. Facing severe hardship in that country and in need of adequate assistance, the cancellation of their registry has brought additional difficulties. Relevant authorities and the family are currently looking further into the situation to determine the necessary steps to be taken. Additionally, it is reported that efforts are underway to seek the necessary assistance to overcome the challenges faced by the family.
On Friday, 18 September 2026, a weekend program scheduled to be conducted with Dr. Jameel was announced. This program is being held in conjunction with the weekend, featuring special activities with the participation of Dr. Jameel. The main objective of this event is to share important matters with the public across designated areas and to provide an opportunity to spend useful and beneficial time.
It was reported on 18 September 2026 that fears have arisen that the call to prayer may not be called due to the lack of imams in mosques across various islands of the Maldives. Concerns have been expressed regarding this issue that there may be difficulties in making the call to prayer during prayer times and managing mosque affairs in the islands. Furthermore, it has been noted that if the required imams are not arranged for the islands, arrangements for calling the prayer in mosques could be disrupted, potentially leading to such a situation.
Residents living in the area and road users have begun raising major complaints due to the prolonged delays in the renovation work of Ameenee Magu in Malé. Due to the delay of this project, road traffic has become congested, causing significant difficulties for pedestrians and businesses operating on the street. Therefore, to find a swift solution to the transportation difficulties, the public is calling on relevant authorities to complete the road renovation work as soon as possible.