Ousted Maldives President Speaks Out on NPR

Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed appeared on Morning Edition this week. Nasheed was forced to resign earlier this month in what he referred to as a coup, a claim his successor denies. He is featured in the documentary The Island President, which will air next season on Independent Lens.

Listen to NPR's Morning Edition interview after the jump:

Watch the trailer for The Island President below: