A look back at several debates and moments from the Dewan Rakyat session during the week of August 11 to August 14, 2025.MOE will not protect anyone, says minister on Zara Qairina's casehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3FqvHqUsqM - August 11, 2025Takiyuddin, Rayer in shouting match over Indian housing budgethttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOcYLDjDOP4 - August 12, 2025Chaos in Dewan Rakyat after PAS MP links Rayer to May 13https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5yvsyfUGuY - August 12, 2025Syed Saddiq questions delay in action over Zara's casehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVCviFPYiIY - August 13, 2025'Shameful!' - Speaker rebukes MPs after chaos in Dewan Rakyat over Hadi's speechhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqcgkCZc2Nw - August 13, 2025Anwar waiting for MCMC findings before apologising to Muhyiddinhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wj-CX460hSA - August 14, 2025Speaker orders for probe over MP's alleged 'physical threat' against Rayerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK90vHCwLEA - August 14, 2025

A look back at several debates and moments from the Dewan Rakyat session during the week of August 11 to August 14, 2025.MOE will not protect anyone, says minister on Zara Qairina's casehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3FqvHqUsqM - August 11, 2025Takiyuddin, Rayer in shouting match over Indian housing budgethttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOcYLDjDOP4 - August 12, 2025Chaos in Dewan Rakyat after PAS MP links Rayer to May 13https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5yvsyfUGuY - August 12, 2025Syed Saddiq questions delay in action over Zara's casehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVCviFPYiIY - August 13, 2025'Shameful!' - Speaker rebukes MPs after chaos in Dewan Rakyat over Hadi's speechhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqcgkCZc2Nw - August 13, 2025Anwar waiting for MCMC findings before apologising to Muhyiddinhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wj-CX460hSA - August 14, 2025Speaker orders for probe over MP's alleged 'physical threat' against Rayerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK90vHCwLEA - August 14, 2025

[Parliament highlights Aug 11-14] Zara's case; Chaos over Hadi's speech; Probe on alleged threat

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim this afternoon instructed law enforcement agencies to take strong action against those who incite hatred in the country.In his speech at a civil service assembly in Putrajaya, the prime minister cited recent incidents that revolved around the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir in Sabah and Jalur Gemilang blunders.He said these issues had been used by certain quarters as agendas to heighten political sentiments by undermining and punishing others without being based on truth and facts.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim this afternoon instructed law enforcement agencies to take strong action against those who incite hatred in the country.In his speech at a civil service assembly in Putrajaya, the prime minister cited recent incidents that revolved around the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir in Sabah and Jalur Gemilang blunders.He said these issues had been used by certain quarters as agendas to heighten political sentiments by undermining and punishing others without being based on truth and facts.

Anwar orders 'strong action' against those who incite hatred

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Amid calls for him to take a break, Rafizi Ramli has vowed to press on, declaring that stepping aside would only reward those behind the attack on his 12-year-old son.“Some have suggested that I take a short break, but life and responsibilities must go on,” the Pandan MP said, while reaffirming his refusal to bow to threats.“It’s not that I am heartless or putting politics above everything else right now, but the aim of the threats against my family is to make me give up and stay silent. If I stop following my usual routine and duties, then they will have achieved their goal,” he added.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim this afternoon instructed law enforcement agencies to take strong action against those who incite hatred in the country.In his speech at a civil service assembly in Putrajaya, the prime minister cited recent incidents that had been used by certain quarters as agendas to heighten political sentiments by undermining and punishing others without being based on truth and facts.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Amid calls for him to take a break, Rafizi Ramli has vowed to press on, declaring that stepping aside would only reward those behind the attack on his 12-year-old son.“Some have suggested that I take a short break, but life and responsibilities must go on,” the Pandan MP said, while reaffirming his refusal to bow to threats.“It’s not that I am heartless or putting politics above everything else right now, but the aim of the threats against my family is to make me give up and stay silent. If I stop following my usual routine and duties, then they will have achieved their goal,” he added.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim this afternoon instructed law enforcement agencies to take strong action against those who incite hatred in the country.In his speech at a civil service assembly in Putrajaya, the prime minister cited recent incidents that had been used by certain quarters as agendas to heighten political sentiments by undermining and punishing others without being based on truth and facts.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Rafizi defiant, won't yield to threats; PM orders action against those who incite hatred

While the protest rallies over a flag blunder in Penang ended yesterday, the conflict between Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) director Zaid Malek seems far from over.Upset with the NGO's counter rally, Akmal took to social media last night to diss Zaid and his group for defending a hardware store owner, who was recently caught on video hanging a Jalur Gemilang upside down.In an immediate response, Zaid branded the Umno Youth leader as a coward.

While the protest rallies over a flag blunder in Penang ended yesterday, the conflict between Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) director Zaid Malek seems far from over.Upset with the NGO's counter rally, Akmal took to social media last night to diss Zaid and his group for defending a hardware store owner, who was recently caught on video hanging a Jalur Gemilang upside down.In an immediate response, Zaid branded the Umno Youth leader as a coward.

Akmal, Zaid trade barbs over flag rallies

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh appears unfazed by Penang DAP Youth’s call to cut political ties with him, instead challenging his fellow government ally to “bring it on” amid tensions over an inverted national flag blunder.The Merlimau assemblyperson asserted that a move by DAP to pull the plug on political ties with him would be akin to breaking off relations with the entire Umno youth wing - and by extension, the BN linchpin itself.

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh appears unfazed by Penang DAP Youth’s call to cut political ties with him, instead challenging his fellow government ally to “bring it on” amid tensions over an inverted national flag blunder.The Merlimau assemblyperson asserted that a move by DAP to pull the plug on political ties with him would be akin to breaking off relations with the entire Umno youth wing - and by extension, the BN linchpin itself.

'Bring it on' - Akmal hits back at Penang DAP Youth on cutting political ties

Upset with Dr Akmal Saleh’s incendiary attacks, Penang DAP Youth called on its national leadership to cut political ties with the Umno Youth chief.“Akmal’s actions are getting overboard, and his methods are becoming a clear and present danger to national harmony and the rule of law.“Penang DAP Youth stresses that such actions are unforgivable and we urge the DAP national leadership to cut all forms of political cooperation with Akmal, especially in the next general election,” it said.

Upset with Dr Akmal Saleh’s incendiary attacks, Penang DAP Youth called on its national leadership to cut political ties with the Umno Youth chief.“Akmal’s actions are getting overboard, and his methods are becoming a clear and present danger to national harmony and the rule of law.“Penang DAP Youth stresses that such actions are unforgivable and we urge the DAP national leadership to cut all forms of political cooperation with Akmal, especially in the next general election,” it said.

Penang DAP Youth calls for party leadership to cut political ties with Akmal

Politician-turned-businessperson Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak dismissed rumours linking him to the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son, who was stabbed with a syringe at a mall.“Crazy,” Farhash said in a one-word response when contacted and asked for a response to the allegations.

Politician-turned-businessperson Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak dismissed rumours linking him to the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son, who was stabbed with a syringe at a mall.“Crazy,” Farhash said in a one-word response when contacted and asked for a response to the allegations.

'Crazy' - Farhash responds to allegations linking him to attack on Rafizi's son

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) said there is no issue of Anwar Ibrahim being disqualified as an MP and prime minister.The AGC said this was because the royal pardon granted by the 15th Yang di-Pertuan Agong stated that Anwar had been fully pardoned and regarded as a person who had never committed any offence.

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) said there is no issue of Anwar Ibrahim being disqualified as an MP and prime minister.The AGC said this was because the royal pardon granted by the 15th Yang di-Pertuan Agong stated that Anwar had been fully pardoned and regarded as a person who had never committed any offence.

There's no issue with Anwar's eligibility as PM, MP after royal pardon, says AGC

An argument broke out at the flag rally in Kepala Batas, Penang, between members of Umno Youth, Bersatu Youth and Lawyers for Liberty.This occured after LFL brandished placards labelling the protesters as Zionists.Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and his wing members had gathered in front of a hardware store in Kepala Batas, Penang, which was at the centre of an inverted national flag controversy.Bersatu Youth members also joined the rally against the businessperson who went viral holding a Jalur Gemilang upside down.Meanwhile, LFL including the its director Zaid Malek had mobilised their members to make a stand against the Umno Youth protest.

An argument broke out at the flag rally in Kepala Batas, Penang, between members of Umno Youth, Bersatu Youth and Lawyers for Liberty.This occured after LFL brandished placards labelling the protesters as Zionists.Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and his wing members had gathered in front of a hardware store in Kepala Batas, Penang, which was at the centre of an inverted national flag controversy.Bersatu Youth members also joined the rally against the businessperson who went viral holding a Jalur Gemilang upside down.Meanwhile, LFL including the its director Zaid Malek had mobilised their members to make a stand against the Umno Youth protest.

Umno Youth, Bersatu Youth clash against LFL at flag rally

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli revealed that threatening messages have been sent to his wife following the attack on their 12-year-old son yesterday.One of the messages appeared to threaten their son with AIDS infection, he said during a press conference at Parliament today.He also shared that the threat could be linked to his recent meeting with a “group of whistleblowers” with information on a scandal that implicated a “certain individual”.“Before I met whistleblowers last Wednesday, there was nothing unusual. But after they came to see me, this incident suddenly happened,” he said.Rafizi added that he had tried to trace back on what may have triggered the incident, but would leave it to the police to determine whether there was a direct link.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli revealed that threatening messages have been sent to his wife following the attack on their 12-year-old son yesterday.One of the messages appeared to threaten their son with AIDS infection, he said during a press conference at Parliament today.He also shared that the threat could be linked to his recent meeting with a “group of whistleblowers” with information on a scandal that implicated a “certain individual”.“Before I met whistleblowers last Wednesday, there was nothing unusual. But after they came to see me, this incident suddenly happened,” he said.Rafizi added that he had tried to trace back on what may have triggered the incident, but would leave it to the police to determine whether there was a direct link.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Rafizi reveals threat sent to his wife, links attack to whistleblower meeting

Malaysian Advancement Party (MAP) president P Waythamoorthy has issued a direct challenge to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, demanding that he release the full documents of his royal pardon petition within 24 hours.Waythamoorthy called for complete transparency regarding Anwar’s petition to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong that led to his release from prison on May 16, 2018, saying only such a disclosure would allow Malaysians to know exactly what their current prime minister requested from the king.

Malaysian Advancement Party (MAP) president P Waythamoorthy has issued a direct challenge to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, demanding that he release the full documents of his royal pardon petition within 24 hours.Waythamoorthy called for complete transparency regarding Anwar’s petition to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong that led to his release from prison on May 16, 2018, saying only such a disclosure would allow Malaysians to know exactly what their current prime minister requested from the king.

Waytha challenges PM to release royal pardon petition in 24 hours

Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli has warned young politicians against inflammatory rhetoric, citing Umno’s controversial “keris-wielding” incident as a cautionary tale.The former economy minister’s reminder comes following a series of recent threats by Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, over several flag gaffes recently.

Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli has warned young politicians against inflammatory rhetoric, citing Umno’s controversial “keris-wielding” incident as a cautionary tale.The former economy minister’s reminder comes following a series of recent threats by Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, over several flag gaffes recently.

Rafizi responds to flag issue, cautions against inflammatory rhetoric

PKR backbenchers in Parliament today condemned the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son, describing it as a “cowardly act” that threatens public safety.PKR’s parliament whip, Port Dickson MP Aminuddin Harun, said yesterday’s incident at a shopping mall in Putrajaya was clearly intended to intimidate and warn a vocal lawmaker fighting for the truth.“This attack is not only an attempt to instil fear, but also a form of violence that exceeds the bounds of humanity,” he stressed.

PKR backbenchers in Parliament today condemned the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son, describing it as a “cowardly act” that threatens public safety.PKR’s parliament whip, Port Dickson MP Aminuddin Harun, said yesterday’s incident at a shopping mall in Putrajaya was clearly intended to intimidate and warn a vocal lawmaker fighting for the truth.“This attack is not only an attempt to instil fear, but also a form of violence that exceeds the bounds of humanity,” he stressed.

PKR backbenchers in solidarity with Rafizi after attack on son

Perikatan Nasional has joined the chorus of politicians condemning the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son at a shopping mall in Putrajaya yesterday.PN chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan said that if Rafizi’s claims that the attack was an attempt to silence him were true, this marked a dark turn in the political landscape.PN expresses its full moral support to Rafizi and his family during this difficult moment,” he said.

Perikatan Nasional has joined the chorus of politicians condemning the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son at a shopping mall in Putrajaya yesterday.PN chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan said that if Rafizi’s claims that the attack was an attempt to silence him were true, this marked a dark turn in the political landscape.PN expresses its full moral support to Rafizi and his family during this difficult moment,” he said.

PN condemns attack on Rafizi's son, stands in solidarity with Rafizi

The area around a hardware store in Kepala Batas, Penang, which had made the flag mistake was quiet today.A check by KiniTV at 3pm found the store closed and several police officers were seen nearby.Previously, Umno Youth, who stated they would go to the store around 5 PM today in response to DAP's willingness to welcome their presence following the incident of the Malaysian flag being displayed upside down."

The area around a hardware store in Kepala Batas, Penang, which had made the flag mistake was quiet today.A check by KiniTV at 3pm found the store closed and several police officers were seen nearby.Previously, Umno Youth, who stated they would go to the store around 5 PM today in response to DAP's willingness to welcome their presence following the incident of the Malaysian flag being displayed upside down."

3pm: Hardware store in Kepala Batas closed, police monitoring area

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul has ordered an internal investigation to seek evidence of an alleged physical threat by Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) against at least two government MPs in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday.During question time, Khoo Poay Tiong (Harapan-Kota Melaka) stood up to raise the issue of lawmakers’ safety inside the Dewan Rakyat, accusing Awang of making physical threats.Johari responded that if there is proof that such conduct occurred, or that an attempt to attack was made, he will take firm action.

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul has ordered an internal investigation to seek evidence of an alleged physical threat by Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) against at least two government MPs in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday.During question time, Khoo Poay Tiong (Harapan-Kota Melaka) stood up to raise the issue of lawmakers’ safety inside the Dewan Rakyat, accusing Awang of making physical threats.Johari responded that if there is proof that such conduct occurred, or that an attempt to attack was made, he will take firm action.

Speaker orders for probe over MP's alleged 'physical threat' against Rayer

Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli revealed that threatening messages have been sent to his wife following the attack on their 12-year-old son yesterday.One of the messages appeared to threaten their son with AIDS infection.“The message read: ‘Diam! Andai teruskan, AIDS!’ (Shut up! If you continue, AIDS!). The message had three syringe emojis,” Rafizi revealed during a press conference at Parliament today.

Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli revealed that threatening messages have been sent to his wife following the attack on their 12-year-old son yesterday.One of the messages appeared to threaten their son with AIDS infection.“The message read: ‘Diam! Andai teruskan, AIDS!’ (Shut up! If you continue, AIDS!). The message had three syringe emojis,” Rafizi revealed during a press conference at Parliament today.

'Shut up! If you continue, AIDS!' - Rafizi reveals his wife received threatening messages

Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli got emotional while talking about the attacks on his son at a press conference in Parliament today.He said his family had gone through many things since he became a politician but it is different this time as it involves his son. He added that they don't intend to change course and will continue on as normal.

Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli got emotional while talking about the attacks on his son at a press conference in Parliament today.He said his family had gone through many things since he became a politician but it is different this time as it involves his son. He added that they don't intend to change course and will continue on as normal.

Rafizi chokes up during press conference while discussing attack on his son

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is willing to apologise to Perikatan Nasional chief Muhyiddin Yassin for alleging the latter defended subsidies for foreigners - but not right now.Anwar told Parliament he was still waiting for the MCMC to determine whether the source of information he had cited was false.Anwar also claimed today that he had three sources of information, of which one has been verified as false.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is willing to apologise to Perikatan Nasional chief Muhyiddin Yassin for alleging the latter defended subsidies for foreigners - but not right now.Anwar told Parliament he was still waiting for the MCMC to determine whether the source of information he had cited was false.Anwar also claimed today that he had three sources of information, of which one has been verified as false.

Apologise to Muhyiddin? I have no problem, wait for MCMC findings, says Anwar 

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli's 12-year-old son.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat this morning, he expressed deep concern over the rise of extreme behaviours in the country, citing recent violent incidents such as the assault on Rafizi's son and cases of bullying that have resulted in deaths."This culture is deeply worrying. I give my assurance, as stated by the Home Minister and the police, that they will act swiftly, decisively and transparently to take action and put an end to this harmful culture,” he said

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the attack on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli's 12-year-old son.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat this morning, he expressed deep concern over the rise of extreme behaviours in the country, citing recent violent incidents such as the assault on Rafizi's son and cases of bullying that have resulted in deaths."This culture is deeply worrying. I give my assurance, as stated by the Home Minister and the police, that they will act swiftly, decisively and transparently to take action and put an end to this harmful culture,” he said

Anwar condemns attack on Rafizi's son

Speaker Johari Abdul will request a briefing from Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail on the assault of Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s 12-year-old son.Johari told the Dewan Rakyat today that if he deems it necessary, he will request Saifuddin to explain the matter to the house.This was in response to Wong Chen (Harapan-Subang), who had asked for the relevant minister to provide details in the Dewan Rakyat tomorrow morning.

Speaker Johari Abdul will request a briefing from Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail on the assault of Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s 12-year-old son.Johari told the Dewan Rakyat today that if he deems it necessary, he will request Saifuddin to explain the matter to the house.This was in response to Wong Chen (Harapan-Subang), who had asked for the relevant minister to provide details in the Dewan Rakyat tomorrow morning.

Speaker to summon home minister for details of assault on Rafizi's son

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC [KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli’s 12-year-old was attacked at the car park of a shopping mall in Putrajaya this afternoon.Rafizi said an unidentified man had dragged his son and gave him an injection.“Upon checking (CCTV), two men on a motorcycle had tailed my wife’s car. In my opinion, they had planned this,” he stated.Rafizi added that he believes it's an attempt to silence him from speaking out on certain issues and stressed that he will not bow to threats.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has ordered an inquest into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir to determine if there were criminal elements in the July 16 incident.The AGC said the decision was made after it reviewed an investigation report police submitted yesterday.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC [KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli’s 12-year-old was attacked at the car park of a shopping mall in Putrajaya this afternoon.Rafizi said an unidentified man had dragged his son and gave him an injection.“Upon checking (CCTV), two men on a motorcycle had tailed my wife’s car. In my opinion, they had planned this,” he stated.Rafizi added that he believes it's an attempt to silence him from speaking out on certain issues and stressed that he will not bow to threats.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has ordered an inquest into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir to determine if there were criminal elements in the July 16 incident.The AGC said the decision was made after it reviewed an investigation report police submitted yesterday.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Rafizi's son attacked at mall car park; AGC orders inquest into Zara's death

Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) has come to the defence of Terengganu Umno Youth over its botched Jalur Gemilang graphic, saying that it had not committed any legal offence.“It is basic in law that a person can only be found guilty for an offence if they have the ‘intention’ to commit the offence. This is called ‘mens rea’ in legal language,” said  LFL director Zaid Malek.He added that it was clear in both the Terengganu Umno Youth and Penang hardware store case - where the national flag was hoisted upside down - there was no intention to insult the flag.

Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) has come to the defence of Terengganu Umno Youth over its botched Jalur Gemilang graphic, saying that it had not committed any legal offence.“It is basic in law that a person can only be found guilty for an offence if they have the ‘intention’ to commit the offence. This is called ‘mens rea’ in legal language,” said LFL director Zaid Malek.He added that it was clear in both the Terengganu Umno Youth and Penang hardware store case - where the national flag was hoisted upside down - there was no intention to insult the flag.

'Mistakes happen' –  LFL defends T'ganu Umno Youth over flag error

The addendum order, which would purportedly allow former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to serve the remainder of his prison sentence at home, ought to be executed since the Attorney-General’s Chambers had confirmed its existence, said lawyer Shafee Abdullah.Shafee, who is representing Najib in his bid for house arrest, said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s decree should not be questioned, regardless of whether the document is perfect or not.

The addendum order, which would purportedly allow former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to serve the remainder of his prison sentence at home, ought to be executed since the Attorney-General’s Chambers had confirmed its existence, said lawyer Shafee Abdullah.Shafee, who is representing Najib in his bid for house arrest, said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s decree should not be questioned, regardless of whether the document is perfect or not.

[Full video] Najib's addendum must be executed after AG confirms existence - Shafee

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul lost his cool today after a shouting match between opposition and DAP MPs.“Very shameful of you all, shameful!” he exclaimed after an extended shouting match primarily between Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) and RSN Rayer (Harapan-Jelutong).The uproar began when Abdul Hadi Awang (PN-Marang) ended his debate with a poem urging Pakatan Harapan leaders, particularly those from DAP, to resign from their positions in the government.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/4EE8vz2ro38

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul lost his cool today after a shouting match between opposition and DAP MPs.“Very shameful of you all, shameful!” he exclaimed after an extended shouting match primarily between Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) and RSN Rayer (Harapan-Jelutong).The uproar began when Abdul Hadi Awang (PN-Marang) ended his debate with a poem urging Pakatan Harapan leaders, particularly those from DAP, to resign from their positions in the government.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/4EE8vz2ro38

'Shameful!' - Speaker rebukes MPs after chaos in Dewan Rakyat over Hadi's speech

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak will have his house arrest bid heard in the High Court, before a new judge, following the Federal Court’s decision that dismisses the attorney-general’s (AG) appeal this morning.A panel of three judges, led by Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim, found that despite the AG’s submission saying that the addendum order does exist, they found that its existence does not automatically render the document valid.The addendum’s validity has to be determined at a substantive hearing, they said.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak will have his house arrest bid heard in the High Court, before a new judge, following the Federal Court’s decision that dismisses the attorney-general’s (AG) appeal this morning.A panel of three judges, led by Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim, found that despite the AG’s submission saying that the addendum order does exist, they found that its existence does not automatically render the document valid.The addendum’s validity has to be determined at a substantive hearing, they said.

Apex court dismisses AG's appeal on Najib's addendum, High Court to hear case