The Maldives Police Service has arrested three individuals in a joint 'National Security' operation conducted with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) in the capital region. The operation involves extensive searches of multiple houses in Malé and Hulhumalé.

Police have confirmed the arrests and stated that searches continue at locations linked to the suspects. While no further official details have been disclosed, unconfirmed reports suggest that the operation is based on intelligence indicating that the suspects were planning a terrorist attack in the capital and nearby islands.

With the country on high alert, authorities have heightened security measures, and further updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.