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Mohd Radzi Rahimi, 40, a prominent UMNO Youth official in Pahang, was killed along with his wife, young son, and brother-in-law when a fallen tree crushed their vehicle near Bentong today. His father recalled his son's lifelong commitment to party politics.
UMNO President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed deep condolences following the death of Maran UMNO Youth chief Mohd Radzi Rahimi, his wife, and brother-in-law in a tragic accident in Bentong involving a falling tree.
Umno vice-president Johari Abdul Ghani has made a direct appeal to Negri Sembilan voters to evaluate candidates based on their ability to govern effectively, rather than allowing broader political controversies to dictate their voting behaviour in upcoming elections.
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming has urged political leaders to prioritize national unity and moderate discourse, cautioning against the exploitation of racial and religious sensitivities for electoral advantage.
MCA president Wee Ka Siong has publicly censured Perikatan Nasional's election director Sanusi Nor over comments deemed divisive, signalling the party will not tolerate racial rhetoric even from coalition partners.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has indicated he is not currently thinking about reclaiming leadership of Muda following his recent court acquittal, choosing instead to concentrate on his imminent marriage.
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has signalled his readiness to vacate his portfolio if instructed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, a statement reflecting the continuing flux within Malaysia's political leadership.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has issued a stark warning that ministers, deputy ministers, and federal agency heads must resign if they weaponise their positions to attack fellow coalition partners during state election campaigns.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologised unreservedly for making inappropriate sexual comments about pop icon Kylie Minogue during a podcast appearance, following swift public backlash and political criticism.
The son of former Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has defended his father's comments on the party's future, arguing they reflect genuine concern for Umno's trajectory.