Former Maldivian leader, Abdulla Yameen, who was serving an 11-year jail term after being convicted in a corruption case, has been transferred to house arrest. Yameen, who served as the President of Maldives from 2013 to 2018, was found guilty of money laundering and receiving illicit payments during his tenure. The Anti-Corruption Commission and the police had been investigating allegations of corruption against him for several years. Yameen’s transfer to house arrest comes after the Maldivian government accused him of using his prison cell to communicate with his supporters and plan destabilization activities. The government stated that the transfer was made to ensure the safety and security of all individuals involved. Yameen’s political party, the Progressive Party of Maldives, has criticized the transfer, calling it a violation of his rights. They have demanded that Yameen be allowed to serve the remainder of his sentence in prison. The former president’s transfer to house arrest has sparked debate and controversy in the Maldives, with some supporting the government’s decision and others viewing it as a move to appease international pressure. Yameen’s conviction and subsequent transfer mark a significant development in the political landscape of the Maldives, highlighting the fight against corruption and the government’s efforts to hold leaders accountable for their actions.