Lines Outside Polling Centers Prompt Voting Extensions on Maldives Election Day

Queuing at polling centers across the Maldives and at embassies internationally on September 23, the country’s presidential election day, prompted election officials to extend opening times by three hours.The election sees President Abdulla Yameen, who has faced international criticism for jailing political opponents, seek a second term in office. Credit: Jumhooree Party Rasmee via Storyful