Despite his address to the People’s Majlis, only 24 lawmakers attended, as the top two Opposition parties boycotted the session due to their disagreement with Muizzu's anti-India stance, holding a majority in the House.

President Mohamed Muizzu asserted that he would remain steadfast and not give in to any external pressures under any circumstances if it posed a risk to the country's independence and sovereignty.

Ahead of Sunday's voting, the MDP, holding a parliamentary majority, decided to withhold approval for the four cabinet members, triggering clashes between pro-government and opposition lawmakers.

Amidst the chaos, a physical altercation broke out between Kanditheemu MP Abdulla Shaheem Abdul Hakeem Shaheem and Kendhikulhudhoo MP Ahmed Easa.