Suspended Maldives minister apologises after row over post linked to Indian flag

Former Maldives minister Mariyam Shiuna on Monday apologised after a controversy over a social media post she made against the Opposition using a symbol that resembled the Ashok Chakra. "I would like to address a recent social media post of mine that has garnered attention and criticism. I extend my sincerest apologies for any confusion or offense caused by the content of my recent post," Shiuna wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter). "It was brought to my attention that the image used in my response to the Maldivian opposition party MDP bore a resemblance to the Indian flag. I…