Mahloof lashes out at journalists: Claims reporters are praying for oil prices to exceed $200 per barrel amid war!
Mahloof stated that the government is closely monitoring and managing the economic impact on the Maldives as global oil prices rise due to the ongoing conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Praising government policies, he assured the public that fuel supplies would remain stable as the Maldives receives direct shipments from Oman—a logistical arrangement that has been in place for years. Mahloof also directed criticism toward journalists, though no evidence has surfaced on social media or news websites of reporters celebrating the war or publishing content to that effect.
Ahmed Mahloof, the former Minister of Youth during President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s administration and the current Ambassador-designate to Japan appointed by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s government, speaks during an MMTV program. | MMTV | MMTV
Ahmed Mahloof, the former Youth Minister under President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and the current Ambassador-designate to Japan for President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s administration, has remarked that some Maldivian journalists appear to be celebrating the escalating conflict between the US-Israel alliance and Iran. He further suggested that these individuals seem to be praying for global oil prices to surge above $200 per barrel.
In a program aired on MMTV, Mahloof spoke highly of President Muizzu, offering significant praise for his leadership. Mahloof noted that the current administration is closely monitoring the economic shifts resulting from the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, and emphasized that the government is managing the situation effectively to ensure minimal impact on the public.
Mahloof stated that the Maldives is in a fortunate position as it receives direct oil shipments from Oman. He noted that while some countries are facing supply shortages, the ongoing conflict is expected to drive up global oil prices. While Mahloof highlighted the direct supply from Oman, it is important to note that the Maldives has historically maintained a direct oil procurement arrangement with the country.
Sometimes, I get the impression that some journalists are actually pleased that this war has broken out. At times, it seems as though they are waiting with bated breath to see if the price of a barrel of oil will hit $200. This is the reality of the situation, and it is honestly quite disheartening. However, we must realize that if this escalates to an unforeseen level, the resulting damage and hardships will be felt by our entire nation and every one of our citizens. Don't you agree? We should all be praying and reflecting on how to overcome these challenges. Furthermore, their expectations are often contradictory; they believe the war should continue, yet insist that petrol and fuel prices should remain unaffected. In reality, the government is managing the situation remarkably well. Despite the global circumstances, we have not yet faced those severe hardships because the situation is being handled with such diligence.Ahmed Mahloof, the former Minister of Youth during President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s administration and the current Ambassador-designate to Japan appointed by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s government.
While Mahloof directed these verbal attacks at journalists, no instances of reporters celebrating the war, nor any news articles reflecting such sentiments, have been observed on social media or news websites.
Independent media outlets that refuse to praise the government are closely reporting on the adverse effects of the war on the Maldivian economy, including price fluctuations and shifts in the global oil market. As the cost of living skyrockets and the public faces increasing hardships, the government continues its efforts to conceal the reality of the situation.
