Anwar jabs at opposition, says no 'sabotage' in Madani govt, unlike elsewhere

Anwar jabs at opposition, says no 'sabotage' in Madani govt, unlike elsewhere

Zarrah Morden
Published: Dec 30, 2025 5:13 PM
Updated: 8:15 PM


Summary

• PM Anwar Ibrahim takes delight in a jab against turmoil in the opposition while expressing his gratitude for the lack of "sabotage and betrayal" in the Madani government.

• He says his audience with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong earlier today included a discussion on the government's strong anti-corruption stance.

• Even people serving in his office have not been spared from action against corruption, Anwar says in a reference to his former aide, Shamsul Iskandar Akin.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim took a veiled jab at the opposition's turmoil while expressing his gratitude for the lack of internal "sabotage" within the Madani government.

"I am grateful, and I thank God because the consensus of the Madani unity government is stronger and more genuine.

"There are no efforts towards sabotage and betrayal, unlike what is happening among other friends," he said with a big smile before leaving the podium.

He was speaking at a livestreamed press conference at the Prime Minister's Office in Putrajaya this evening.

Earlier today, former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced his resignation as the Perikatan Nasional chairperson, effective Jan 1.

The decision came as tensions between PAS and Bersatu appear to be easing, after Bersatu leaders in Perlis initiated a coup, which led to PAS losing hold over the state government.

Bersatu's central leadership has since denied involvement in any efforts to change the Perlis government.

PAS leaders threatened to either quit PN and pursue a fresh alliance with Umno, or to take over the PN leadership themselves, but Muhyiddin's move appears to have lowered the temperature between the coalition partners.

No one spared

During the press conference, Anwar spoke on his visit to Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar at the Johor Palace, where they discussed the Madani government's tough stance on corruption.

Anwar said his administration had spared neither friend nor foe, pointing out that action had been taken against members of his government, including those in his own office.

Shamsul Iskandar Akin


He was referring to his former political secretary, Shamsul Iskandar Akin, who has been charged with receiving over RM240,000 in bribes from businessperson Albert Tei in connection with the Sabah mining scandal.

Anwar stressed that his government's main policy is to eliminate corrupt practices and enact principles of good governance.

"However, there are still remnants that are trapped in the old, corrupt cultural framework and patterns," he lamented.

Tei, who was charged alongside Shamsul, earlier told Malaysiakini that he had spent more than RM620,000 on the politician after being assured that the latter could help recoup money allegedly given to politicians in Sabah.

With one WhatsApp message, Muhyiddin foils MN ambitions

With one WhatsApp message, Muhyiddin foils MN ambitions

Zikri Kamarulzaman
Published: Dec 30, 2025 12:16 PM
Updated: 3:16 PM



For a brief window yesterday, all the pieces seemed to be falling into place for a Muafakat Nasional (MN) revival and for PAS and Umno to join forces again.

Umno leaders were still outraged at DAP for celebrating Najib Abdul Razak being kept in prison, with Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh baying for the party to quit the Madani pact and revive MN.

Tensions were boiling over in Perikatan Nasional after a power tussle over the smallest state in the country, Perlis, led to PAS feeling betrayed by Bersatu.

Bersatu ousting PAS from the menteri besar's office led PAS leaders to push for going solo, with some also calling for the party to consider reviving MN.

This morning, however, all that changed.

With one WhatsApp message, Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin appeased PAS, gave PN a lifeline, and spited Umno.

"Salam, for everyone's attention, I have decided to resign as PN chairperson effective Jan 1, 2026. An official announcement will follow soon. I thank all in the PN leadership who have given me their support," he said in the message sent to a PN MPs WhatsApp group, according to sources.

PAS leaders who were stoking the flames immediately turned down the temperature in response to Muhyiddin’s announcement.

Yesterday, PAS' Arau MP Shahidan Kassim - who is also the Perlis PN chief - said MN was the solution to the party's problems.

Today, he apologised to Muhyiddin and paid tribute to the latter's leadership, saying it was pivotal to PN's massive gains in the last general election.

"We apologise for any offence," he said.

Likewise, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden also apologised to the outgoing PN chairperson.

PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden


"I apologise if anything I said caused you unease or to feel slighted. It is not personal at all, except to voice out firmly for the sake of all of us on the same ship," he said.

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the party will now keep the peace in Perlis, and support the new government led by Bersatu, but will not hold any exco positions.

‘No need for MN’

With Muhyiddin's exit, the door is open for PAS to fulfil its ambition of leading the coalition.

If PAS takes over PN, then it has no need for Umno or MN.

International Islamic University Malaysia political science associate professor Syaza Shukri concurred, saying that the MN talk was likely a strategic move for PAS.

"With Muhyiddin out as PN's chair, PAS can take the helm of PN, and with that, there is no reason for it to join with Umno in MN.

"I think what is more plausible is that PAS will use all this talk about MN as leverage against Bersatu in PN," she told Malaysiakini.

PAS is already the major power source for PN. Of the 74 seats the coalition won in the 2022 general election, PAS won 43 and Bersatu, 31. Seven of the Bersatu seats are in PAS strongholds, Kelantan and Terengganu.

Takiyuddin and PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari have both signalled that PAS intends to lead PN.

Fadhli floated the idea that the new PN chairperson may be another PAS leader and not party president Abdul Hadi Awang.

PAS had previously mooted Terengganu Menteri Besar Samsuri Mokhtar as a potential prime minister candidate, and being PN chief would place him in a position to make a bid for Putrajaya.

‘PAS doesn’t even need to exit PN’

Some Bersatu leaders aligned with Muhyiddin may try to make things difficult for PAS to take over the PN leadership.

However, this would be to their disadvantage.

Syaza said simply that PAS doesn't need Bersatu as much as Bersatu needs PAS.

"PAS doesn’t even need to exit PN. They can just disengage, and that would cause trouble for Bersatu already.

"PAS can play up the narrative that Bersatu is power-hungry while they work for the people," she said.

International Islamic University Malaysia political science associate professor Syaza Shukri


However, she said it is not impossible that PAS and Bersatu come to an agreement that Bersatu places a leader acceptable to PAS at the helm of PN, while PAS dictates the coalition's political direction.

PAS has previously been alleged to back efforts to put Hamzah Zainudin as Bersatu president to replace Muhyiddin. The party leadership has denied such claims.

PSM urges Selangor to disclose finances behind parking privatisation

PSM urges Selangor to disclose finances behind parking privatisation

Published: Dec 30, 2025 6:03 PM

Updated: 9:03 PM



Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) has pressed the Selangor government to disclose financial details related to the state administration’s initiative on privatising street parking.

PSM central committee member Gandipan Nantha Gopalan noted that to date, there have been no transparent disclosures of revenue projections, profit estimates, payback periods, or profit margins for the concessionaire involved in the Selangor Intelligent Parking (SIP) scheme.

“Without disclosures of these basic figures, the public has no basis to assess whether the 50 percent revenue share allocated to the private company is reasonable or merely benefits a select few,” Gandipan said in a statement today.

Under the SIP initiative, local councils are compelled to share revenue from parking fees, monthly passes, two-hour zones, and compounds in a 50-40 percent split with a concessionaire.

The remaining 10 percent is intended to go to Rantaian Mesra Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned unit of Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated) tasked with overseeing the SIP rollout.

State executive councillor Ng Suee Lim previously said the concessionaire will invest RM200 million for the SIP, with the funds covering, among others, the installation of 1,800 CCTVs in four local councils involved in the first phase of the scheme.

To date, Selmax Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Itmax System Bhd, has secured three concessions to manage the SIP system for the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA), the Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), and the Selayang Municipal Council (MPS).

The Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) remains the only local council under the current phase of the SIP which remains outside the arrangement with Selmax, with The Star yesterday quoting MBPJ councillor Terence Tan Teck Seng as confirming that the council is still reviewing legal and financial particulars of the deal.

Lack of clear explanations

Reiterating concerns on the privatisation of street parking operations, Gandipan today asserted that there is a lack of clear explanations regarding plans for technology and knowledge transfer to local councils.

“If technology is the primary justification for privatisation, will council staff be trained and empowered to eventually take over operations, or are we instead creating long-term dependence on private operators?

“If the issue lies with technology and systems, why did the state government not explore a cooperative model among several local councils to jointly invest in technology, operating systems and training?” he questioned.

He stressed that such an approach would not only retain public ownership but also build long-term capacity without sacrificing revenue to private parties.

Echoing calls for the privatisation scheme to be deferred pending a formal inquiry by the Selangor Special Select Committee on Competence, Accountability, and Transparency (Selcat), Gandipan also criticised the state government’s response to reports on links between the royal family and Selmax.

“The state government claims that the appointment of Selmax was made without regard to ownership background, including links to royalty. This claim is difficult for the public to accept.

“Whether the state government knew (of the link) but did not disclose (the matter), or did not know due to weak due diligence, both reflect a serious failure of governance,” he added.

Royal links

On Nov 17, Malaysiakini reported that the Raja Muda of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah, holds a 16.5 percent beneficial stake in Selmax via two other holding companies: Tanah Perwira Sdn Bhd and Greyscale Holdings Sdn Bhd.

Incorporated in March last year, Tanah Perwira, a minority shareholder of Selmax, is wholly owned by Greyscale Holdings, a three-year-old company in which Tengku Amir Shah owns a majority 55 percent slice.

While no financial information for Selmax was disclosed in the Companies Commission (SSM) documents sighted by Malaysiakini, both Tanah Perwira and Greyscale appeared to be operating at a loss.

In response to the report, graft watchdog C4 Center had criticised the state government’s apparent lack of transparency in the SIP initiative, warning that the involvement of royalty figures must trigger enhanced due diligence and disclosure mechanisms.

PKR lawmaker Lee Chean Chung had also urged the state government to issue an official explanation on the matter, stressing that the clarification is necessary to ensure that no party, including the royal institution, is subjected to “unnecessary assumptions”.

A few days after Malaysiakini’s initial report, Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari said royal ties do not preclude a private company from doing business or managing services for the state government.

Amirudin also said he has no problems declassifying documents related to the deal, noting, however, that such efforts might be “tricky” as the private company might be against the move.

Israeli strikes on Gaza are relentless as displaced endure flooded camps

al Jazeera:

Israeli strikes on Gaza are relentless as displaced endure flooded camps

Israeli attacks, violating a ceasefire agreement, are reported across Gaza, as Palestinian misery compounded by rains

Workers drain floodwaters in Gaza's al-Mawasi camp on December 29, 2025 [AFP]

By Al Jazeera Staff and News Agencies
Published On 30 Dec 2025


Israeli forces have carried out strikes across the Gaza Strip as they continue with their near-daily violations of the ceasefire agreement, with Israel’s genocidal war on the besieged enclave continuing apace and displaced Palestinians enduring the destruction of their few remaining possessions in flooding brought about by heavy winter rains.

Israeli air strikes on Tuesday targeted locations north of Rafah and east of Khan Younis, the Maghazi camp in central Gaza and Beit Lahiya in the north of the Strip, Al Jazeera’s Hind Khoudary reported.

Reporting from Gaza City, Khoudary said artillery shelling had been reported in the territory’s southern and central regions, while there had also been an attack in the Gaza City neighbourhood of Shujayea, striking close to the tent of a displaced family.

She said the latest attacks, in violation of the United States-brokered ceasefire that came into force in October, numbering nearly 1,000 now, were coming at a time of immense hardship for hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians, as heavy rains and strong winds had ravaged their makeshift camps, destroying the few possessions they had left.

Gaza’s Government Media Office said on Sunday that Israel had committed 969 ceasefire violations since it came into effect on October 10, resulting in the deaths of 418 civilians and injuries to more than 1,100.

“Palestinians are still very traumatised and anxious,” Khoudary said. “The situation on the ground continues to deteriorate as the rain continues.”

Displaced Palestinian children shelter inside a flooded tent in the Bureij refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on December 29, 2025 [Eyad Baba/AFP]

Calls to allow supplies in

Aid groups have repeatedly called for Israeli authorities to lift restrictions to allow more supplies, including shelter equipment, into the territory, where displaced families have been trying to stay dry in flimsy, battered tents that offer scant protection from the elements after months of use.

“Families here are helpless while the Israeli authorities continue to restrict all kinds of shelter into the Gaza Strip,” Khoudary said.

Officials have warned that the severe conditions also bring new dangers, with the threat of disease and illness as overwhelmed and damaged sewage systems contaminate floodwaters, as well as the risk that buildings could collapse amid heavy rain and wind.

At least two people have been killed by damaged structures falling amid the severe weather in recent days.

‘We are still suffering’

In a displacement camp east of Deir el-Balah in central Gaza, heavy rain in recent days has left tents submerged in muddy water, destroying the few possessions that the families had taken with them from their homes.



Gaza winter crisis: surviving the weather becomes as urgent as surviving the war


Inside the tents, an Al Jazeera team found essential items like pillows, mattresses and bedcovers soaked in muddy water.

“The tent has been flooded,” said Mohammed al-Louh, a resident.

“I took my family out, but I couldn’t even get a blanket, a mattress or a bag of flour. I have no way to sleep with my children or keep them warm.”

Another man, Haitham Arafat, said he had lost his son and daughter as well as his home to Israel’s genocidal war, and was still suffering amid the severe conditions.

“I fled to this place. Does this mean the war is over?” he said.

“No, we are still suffering. We haven’t slept for two days because of the heavy rain.”

Reporting from the camp, Al Jazeera’s Ibrahim al-Khalili said the winter storms had brought a new “chapter of suffering” for Palestinians who had been plunged into a humanitarian crisis by Israel’s war.

“What was meant to be a temporary shelter for them has turned into a flooded trap,” he said.

Resignations snowball in Perikatan as Perak, Negeri Sembilan chiefs step down

Resignations snowball in Perikatan as Perak, Negeri Sembilan chiefs step down



Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairmen of Perak and Negeri Sembilan, Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu (left) and Mohamad Hanifah Abu Baker are the latest PN leaders to announce their resignations as of 3.15pm today, with both saying in separate Facebook statements that the move will take effect on January 1, 2026. — File pictures from Facebook/Faizal Azumu; Facebook/Anip Abu Baker

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 3:18 PM MYT


IPOH, Dec 30 — Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairmen of Perak and Negeri Sembilan, Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu and Mohamad Hanifah Abu Baker, have become the latest of PN leaders who announced their resignations from their posts as of 3.15pm today.

Both of them, in separate statements on Facebook, also said that their resignations would take effect on January 1, 2026.

Both leaders also said that they took note of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s decision to step down as PN national chairman earlier today and acknowledged that their appointments were made under the chairman’s authority.

“I would like to express my highest appreciation and sincere thanks to the leadership and members of PN Perak’s component parties for the cooperation, support and trust extended to me throughout my tenure,” Faizal, who is Bersatu vice-president, posted.


Meanwhile, Mohamad Hanifah said the decision was made with a strong sense of responsibility and in line with the principle of respecting PN’s organisational structure, hierarchy and governance.

“I would also like to express my appreciation and gratitude to all leaders, party colleagues, grassroots machinery and supporters of Negeri Sembilan PN for the support and trust given to me throughout my tenure,” he said.

Earlier, Muhyiddin announced his resignation as the national PN chairman, effective January 1, 2026.

The move was followed by Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali stepping down as PN secretary-general and Selangor PN chairman, and Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal resigning as Johor PN chief. — Bernama

Non-Muslim Malaysians told to brace for a PAS premier should Opposition front win GE16

Non-Muslim Malaysians told to brace for a PAS premier should Opposition front win GE16






ALL the whispers since last night (Dec 29) about Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin stepping down as the Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman has been confirmed by the man himself in a media statement posted on his Facebook page.


It is not difficult to fathom the last straw which prompted the former eighth premier to arrive at his decision – the political turmoil with ally PAS which culminated in the appointment of 57-year-old Bersatu Perlis chief Abu Bakar Hamzah as the new Perlis Menteri Besar (MB) to replace PAS Sanglang state assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli.

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Brushing aside political noises that Muhyiddin’s decision could be prompted by grave disappointment with PAS for having confronted the Perlis palace over Abu Bakar’s appointment which is an internal matter, political commentator Prof James Chin is more concerned with the fate of non-Malays/non-Muslims.

“Coming on the heels of the alleged coup d’état (orchestrated by Bersatu’s five state assemblymen), the key question is who is Muhyiddin’s successor,” the inaugural director of the Asia Institute at the University of Tasmania told FocusM.

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“If PAS takes over (the PN chairmanship), it will be a very, very bad news for the non-Malay community because if PN wins GE16 (16th General Election), PAS is going to nominate its own man as PM.”

Nevertheless, the Sarawak-born academician was quick to point out that this could also be a double-edged sword in that “it will be equally difficult for them (PAS) to capture power given non-Malays, especially the Chinese, will definitely not vote for them”.

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“Also, we’ve to wait-and-see who Muhyiddin’s ultimate replacement is … If PAS is smart, they will not go for the chairmanship, hence leaving it to (Opposition leader and Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri) Hamzah Zainudin who has worked well with PAS and has the Islamist party’s support.

Editor’s Note: Meanwhile, Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali who is also PN’s secretary-general has also tendered his resignation with effect from Jan 1 on grounds that his appointment is “within the prerogative” of outgoing PN chairman Muhyiddin.

Most Pakatan Harapan (PH) diehards would remember Azmin as being instrumental in the downfall of the PH 1.0 administration vis-à-vis the Sheraton Move.
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To alleviate a potential power squabble between PAS and Bersatu for the coveted PN chairmanship position, PN Youth has expressed firm belief that all decisions must be discussed and decided in the PN supreme council.

“This is in line with Clause 13 of the PN Constitution,” the coalition’s wing pointed out in a media statement endorsed by national-level Bersatu Youth, Gerakan Youth and MIPP Youth (sans PAS Youth).

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“Any decision or stance in the name of PN is also not the absolute right of any component party unilaterally. Although all component parties can express their views, the stance of PN must be decided by consensus with all component parties.”

Added the statement: “PN Youth urges leadership at all levels to practice wise, prudent politics and maintain the manners and ethics of the coalition to realise a larger agenda for the well-being of the people and the future of Malaysia.” – Dec 30, 2025

Prof James Chin red-flags newly minted Perlis MB for holding key influence in “Malay mafia” NGO

Prof James Chin red-flags newly minted Perlis MB for holding key influence in “Malay mafia” NGO






AS Madani backers rejoice cracks in the PAS-Bersatu tie-up as “another reason to celebrate year-end” while rightist UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh sees such development as an opportunity for UMNO “to rekindle friendship” with PAS, seasoned political commentator Prof James Chin has other thoughts.


The inaugural director of the Asia Institute at the University of Tasmania is more concerned over the fact that Abu Bakar Hamzah, the newly minted Perlis Menteri Besar from Bersatu, is reigning secretary-general of the controversial Pertubuhan Kebajikan dan Dakwah Islamiah Malaysia a.k.a. PEKIDA.


As if it is not bad enough that Bersatu is accused of stabbing its Perikatan Nasional (PN) ally PAS “on the back in broad daylight” by winning the Raja of Perlis Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail’s consent in the power struggle, Chin red-flagged the Malay Muslim NGO for its alleged links to “political militancy”.

“PEKIDA is highly controversial and often viewed critically in public and academic discourse,” the Sarawak-born academician revealed in a Facebook post.

PEKIDA is the acronym for Pertubuhan Kebajikan dan Dakwah Islamiah Malaysia. Its motto is "Amar Makruf Nahi Mungkar" (enjoining good and forbidding evil), and it operates branches across Malaysia. PEKIDA is highly controversial and often viewed critically in public and academic discourse. It is frequently described as a network linked to organized crime, gangsterism - known as "Tiga Line" due to its red-yellow-green flag colours- and political thuggery.
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“It’s frequently described as a network linked to organised crime, gangsterism – as depicted by ‘Tiga Line’ due to its red-yellow-green logo colours – and political thuggery.”

Laying out academic evidence, Chin who is also the senior associate at the Tun Tan Cheng Lock Centre for Social and Policy Studies of Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) pointed to researcher Sophie Lemiere portraying PEKIDA as “an intricate web of gangs and NGOs that provide political militancy as a business”.


It offers support which includes alleged intimidation or violence to politicians. It has strong ties to UMNO with past prime ministers like Datuk Seri Najib Razak attending its events.

Critics, including opposition figures, have labelled it an “ethno-fascist” or “Malay mafia” group involved in extortion, protection rackets and political violence.

Some members or affiliates have been associated with criminal activities though the organisation denies this and positions itself as a legitimate Malay/Muslim welfare body.

Headquartered in Sungai Petani (Kedah) with the motto “Amar Makruf Nahi Mungkar” (Enjoining Good and Forbidding Evil), PEKIDA is currently helmed by Datuk Mohd Foad Mat Isa who is said to having been elected unopposed and has been holding the position for several years.

PEKIDA president Datuk Mohd Foad Mat Isa (Image credit: Ibupejabat Pekida Malaysia – Rasmi/Facebook)


Whether PAS is aware of Abu Bakar’s involvement in PEKIDA remains to be seen.

What is certain, however, is that the 57-year-old who is Perlis PN deputy chairman and the state Bersatu chief took the oath of office as the new Perlis MB on Sunday (Dec 28) following the resignation of his predecessor and Sanglang state assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli on Christmas Day due to health reasons.

Recall that on the same day. Perlis State Assembly speaker Rus’sele Eizan announced extraordinary vacancies for the Chuping, Bintong, and Guar Sanji assembly seats in accordance with Clause (1)(a)(ii) of Article 50A of the Perlis State Constitution.

This follows the announcement by PAS president Tan Sri Hadi Awang on Dec 24 that the memberships of its three assemblymen, Saad Seman (Chuping), Fakhrul Anwar Ismail (Bintong) and Mohd Ridzuan Hashim (Guar Sanji) had been terminated following their withdrawal of support for Mohd Shukri.

In the GE15, Perlis PN won 14 of the 15 state assembly seats with PAS securing nine and Bersatu five while Pakatan Harapan (PH) through PKR won one seat. – Dec 30, 2025

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Scary lah!

PAS signals leadership push in Perikatan following Muhyiddin’s resignation

PAS signals leadership push in Perikatan following Muhyiddin’s resignation



The Pasir Mas MP said the proposed candidate must be an individual capable of uniting and mobilising the strengths of all parties within the coalition. — File picture by Mukhriz Hazim

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 10:08 AM MYT


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 — PAS will put forward a candidate to take over as chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN) following Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yasin’s decision to step down from the post effective January 1, 2026, the party’s information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said today.

The Pasir Mas MP said the proposed candidate must be an individual capable of uniting and mobilising the strengths of all parties within the coalition.

“I am confident that PAS will put forward a candidate from within the party to lead Perikatan Nasional as its new chairman. This individual does not necessarily have to be the party president, but rather someone who is trusted to unite and mobilise the strengths of the parties within PN.

“A restructuring of PN’s organisation will certainly be carried out to place greater emphasis on grassroots and organisational work moving forward,” he said in a Facebook post.


He described Muhyiddin’s decision to relinquish the chairmanship as wise and timely, saying PN needs fresh momentum as it prepares for the 16th general election.

Ahmad Fadhli then congratulated Muhyiddin on his decision and extended his well wishes to the incoming PN chairman.

Earlier, Muhyiddin, who is also Bersatu president, announced that he has decided to step down as PN chairman amid mounting tensions within the opposition coalition.

According to party sources cited by Berita Harian, the former prime minister informed members of Bersatu’s supreme leadership council (MPT) of his decision via a WhatsApp group last night.

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Move aside Hamzah and BERSATU, wakakaka

PAS will not join Perlis state exco in solidarity with former MB Mohd Shukri, says party sec-gen

PAS will not join Perlis state exco in solidarity with former MB Mohd Shukri, says party sec-gen



PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan also reaffirmed PAS’ commitment to upholding the rule of law, democratic principles and the constitutional monarchy, while expressing respect for the wisdom and authority of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 12:39 PM MYT


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 — PAS will not take part in the state executive council (Exco) that will be formed by the newly appointed Perlis menteri besar, as a sign of solidarity to Mohd Shukri Ramli, the party said today.

In a statement, PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said the decision was made after the party’s central leadership reviewed and considered the current situation involving the Perlis state government and Perikatan Nasional (PN).

“PAS remains committed to continuing its role and presence within the Perlis state government in accordance with the mandate given by the people at the 15th General Election.

“However, at the same time, PAS will not take part in the state exco to be formed by the newly appointed Perlis Menteri Besar Perlis; and all existing PAS members of the exco will relinquish their respective posts as a sign of solidarity and in line with the resignation of the former menteri besar,” he said in a statement today.

Despite the move, Takiyuddin stressed that PAS remains committed to the stability of the state government and called on all parties within PN to reflect on recent developments and draw lessons from them.

He said PAS believes steps must be taken to strengthen public confidence in PN, adding that the party is prepared to assume a leadership role within the coalition.

“PAS also hereby offers its readiness to lead Perikatan Nasional for the purpose of empowering the organisation and preparing for the 16th state elections (PRN) and general election,” he said.


Takiyuddin also reaffirmed PAS’ commitment to upholding the rule of law, democratic principles and the constitutional monarchy, while expressing respect for the wisdom and authority of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail.

He said this commitment was guided by the interests and well-being of the state and the people of Perlis.

Mohd Shukri voluntarily resigned as Perlis menteri besar on December 25 due to health reasons.

He was replaced by Bersatu’s Abu Bakar Hamzah.

Speaker of the Perlis State Legislative Assembly, Rus’sele Eizan, had also announced casual vacancies for the Chuping, Bintong and Guar Sanji seats in accordance with Clause (1)(a)(ii) of Article 50A of the Constitution of the State of Perlis.

The vacancies occurred after PAS announced on December 24 that the membership of its three assemblymen — Saad Seman (Chuping), Fakhrul Anwar Ismail (Bintong) and Mohd Ridzuan Hashim (Guar Sanji) — had ceased following their move to withdraw support for Mohd Shukri.

In the 15th General Election, PN secured 14 of the 15 seats in the Perlis State Legislative Assembly, with nine won by PAS and five by Bersatu, while Pakatan Harapan, through PKR, won one seat.

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Merajuk Merajuk Merajuk, aiyoh macam budak kecil lah

Boeing lands US$8.6b contract to supply Israel with 25 F-15 fighter jets after Trump-Netanyahu meeting

Boeing lands US$8.6b contract to supply Israel with 25 F-15 fighter jets after Trump-Netanyahu meeting



Boeing secured US$8.6 billion from Pentagon contract to supply Israeli Air Force with 25 F-15 fighter jets. — Reuters pic

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 11:34 AM MYT


WASHINGTON, Dec 30 — Boeing ​was ‌given an US$8.6 billion (RM13.13 billion)contract for ‍the F-15 Israel ‌Program, the Pentagon said on Monday, after ‍US President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida.

“This contract provides for ‍the ‍design, integration, instrumentation, test, production, ​and delivery of 25 new F-15IA aircraft for the ‌Israeli Air Force with an option for ‍an additional 25 F-15IA ‌aircraft,” ‍the ‍Pentagon said. — Reuters

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No doubt all will be paid for by idiotic wankee taxpayers - good for murdering more Gazans and Arabs (and of course Iranians)

Flood situation remains unchanged in Melaka, Pahang and Johor, number of victims up slightly

Flood situation remains unchanged in Melaka, Pahang and Johor, number of victims up slightly



Houses affected by floods following heavy rain on Friday and Saturday, in Kampung Seberang Batu Badak, Segamat, Johor, December 29, 2025. — Bernama pic

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 11:25 AM MYT


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 — The flood situation in Melaka, Pahang and Johor has not changed much with the number of victims still at the state’s temporary evacuation centres (PPS) increasing slightly to 292 victims this morning, compared to 256 victims last night.

In Melaka, the Melaka State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat (JPBN) in a statement announced that the number of victims had increased slightly to 36 people from eight families compared to 34 people last night, who were placed at the Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Parit Penghulu PPS.

According to InfoBencana from the Social Welfare Department (JKM), a similar situation was reported in Pahang, when the number of flood victims in Rompin increased slightly to 84 victims from 23 families, compared to 49 victims from 13 families last night with the victims placed at the Kampung Setajam PPS.

In Johor, a different situation was recorded with the number of victims evacuated slightly decreasing to 172 people from 58 families in seven PPS in Segamat, compared to 173 people recorded yesterday.


State JPBN chairman Datuk Asman Shah Abd Rahman in a statement announced that two rivers in Segamat have also exceeded the danger level, namely Sungai Muar in Buloh Kasap with a reading of 8.89 metres (m) and Jeti Sungai Tekam (4.13m), with an upward trend.

Meanwhile, one road is still completely closed to all types of vehicles, namely Felda Tenggaroh 3, Mersing following a slope collapse. — Bernama

Azmin Ali resigns as Perikatan sec-gen and Selangor liaison chief effective Jan 1 following Muhyiddin’s exit

Azmin Ali resigns as Perikatan sec-gen and Selangor liaison chief effective Jan 1 following Muhyiddin’s exit



In a Facebook post today, Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said his appointment as PN secretary-general falls under the jurisdiction of the coalition’s chairman, Tani Sri Muhyiddin Mohd Yassin. He added that his resignation as Selangor PN liaison chief will take effect on the same date, expressing gratitude for the cooperation of all parties. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 12:24 PM MYT


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 — Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali has announced he will resign as secretary-general of Perikatan Nasional (PN) and as chairman of the Selangor State PN Liaison Committee, effective January 1, 2026.

In a Facebook post today, Azmin said his appointment as PN secretary-general falls under the jurisdiction of the coalition’s chairman, Tani Sri Muhyiddin Mohd Yassin.

“Therefore, I am also resigning as the Secretary-General of Perikatan Nasional starting January 1, 2026,” he wrote.

He added that his resignation as Selangor PN liaison chief will take effect on the same date, expressing gratitude for the cooperation of all parties.


The announcement follows Muhyiddin’s decision to step down as PN chairman, also effective January 1, 2026.

Azmin’s move aligns with the timeline of Muhyiddin’s departure from the coalition leadership.

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BERSATU should grateful he has left, wakakaka

Muhyiddin to step down as Perikatan chairman from Jan 1, 2026

Muhyiddin to step down as Perikatan chairman from Jan 1, 2026



According to party sources cited by ‘Berita Harian', the former prime minister informed members of Bersatu’s supreme leadership council (MPT) of his decision via a WhatsApp group last night. — Bernama pic

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2025 9:25 AM MYT


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 — Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has decided to step down as chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN), with his resignation taking effect on January 1, 2026, amid mounting tensions within the opposition coalition.

The announcement was made through a media statement posted on Muhyiddin’s Facebook page this morning, in which the Bersatu president said he had decided to relinquish the post after five years at the helm of PN.

“I have made the decision to relinquish my position as chairman of Perikatan Nasional, effective January 1, 2026,” he said, thanking PN leaders for their support since the coalition’s formation and wishing its leadership and component parties well.

Muhyiddin’s decision was later confirmed by Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali and the party’s information chief Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz.


According to party sources cited by Berita Harian, the former prime minister informed members of Bersatu’s supreme leadership council (MPT) of his decision via a WhatsApp group last night.

Tun Faisal confirmed the matter when contacted, saying Muhyiddin had conveyed his decision to step down earlier in the evening.

Sources said some MPT members initially objected to Muhyiddin’s intention to resign and urged him to reconsider. However, Muhyiddin later informed the group around midnight that he had finalised his decision and hoped the leadership would respect it.


The move comes against the backdrop of escalating friction between Bersatu and PAS, following developments in Perlis that reportedly triggered accusations of a power struggle and led to PAS losing control of the state government.

Tensions between the two parties have since intensified, culminating in the resignation of Sanglang assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli from his post as Perlis menteri besar.

PAS leaders have publicly threatened to leave PN, with some suggesting a return to Muafakat Nasional alongside Umno, while others have called for the PN chairmanship to be handed to PAS.

Sources said that some Bersatu leaders believe Muhyiddin should remain as PN chairman, arguing instead that PAS should proceed with its intention to exit the coalition if it wishes to revive ties with Umno.

Despite differing views within the leadership, Muhyiddin said in his statement that his decision was final.

“I wish every success to the entire PN leadership and its component parties,” he said.

Trump-Bibi Meeting: US Will "Knock The Hell" Out Of Iran If Nuke Sites Rebuilt

Trump-Bibi Meeting: US Will "Knock The Hell" Out Of Iran If Nuke Sites Rebuilt

by Tyler Durden
Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025 - 08:40 AM


Among the more notable moments during President Trump's visit with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu while hosting him at the Mar-a-Lago resort Monday, came when the two discussed potential future military action against Iran.

Trump threatened to "knock the hell" out of Iran if the country starts rebuilding its nuclear program again, after the US major June 'bunker-busting' strikes on three nuclear facilities as part of the June war.

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Trump warned that the US would "have to knock them down" if there are any signs of reconstruction at either Fordow, Natanz, or Isfahan.


He said the following while standing beside his close Israeli ally Netanyahu:


"Now I hear that Iran is trying to build up again," Trump said. "And if they are we're going to have to knock them down."

"We'll knock the hell out of them," Trump added. "But hopefully that's not happening."

This is music to Netanyahu's ears, also as he reportedly pressed his US counterpart on greenlighting possible new strikes on Iranian ballistic missile sites, which Israel says constitutes a threat to the whole region.

Another interesting moment came when Trump encouraged Israel to "get along" with Syria, after constant and ongoing military incursions into Syrian territory.

Somewhat comically, Trump said: "The new President of Syria is working very hard to do a good job, he really is... You're not going to get a choir boy to lead Syria... So, I hope they're going to get along."

'Choir boy' likely alludes to the fact that President Ahmed Sharaa is the founder of al-Qaeda in Syria, and once was even the envoy of the head of ISIS.

When Assad was overthrown in December of last year, this took out a major player in the 'pro-Iran axis' in the region, and removed a big problem for Israel. Of course, Syria also had the best Russian-made anti-air defenses in the whole region. But now Syria is fragmented and weak, and easier for Israel to control, just as Netanyahu and the US-Gulf axis desired.


As for Gaza, the two leaders agreed that there should be a deal to continue the Gaza ceasefire "quickly" - but it remains that disarming Hamas is the main sticking point.

But this is easier said than done, as Hamas still has enough armed members to keep an insurgency going, even if on a small scale, possibly for years to come.