Maldives Ministers Arrested for Alleged 'Black Magic' on President

State Minister Fathimath Shamnaz Ali Saleem and her ex-husband face accusations involving traditional sorcery practices.

Police detained Shamnaz Saleem, her ex-husband, and two others in Male.
The arrests stem from allegations of performing black magic on President Mohamed Muizzu.
Shamnaz and Rameez have been suspended from their government roles pending investigation.
Sorcery is not a criminal offense under Maldivian penal code but carries penalties under Islamic law.
The Maldives has a history of incidents related to alleged black magic practices.