Learn English: Maldives' Political Crisis Worsens (normal)

The Maldivian parliament's impeachment of two Supreme Court justices escalated the existing political turmoil.

President Muizzu's controversial constitutional amendments and anti-defection laws sparked this conflict.

The removal of the judges, amid protests, raises concerns about the government's respect for judicial independence.

This event threatens the country's already fragile stability and democratic processes, worrying many observers.