The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Johor's Menteri Besar has ordered a comprehensive investigation into Forest City's Network School following allegations that Israeli nationals attended the programme using second-country passports, sparking national security concerns.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has rejected allegations that he issued directives limiting the Johor Menteri Besar's access to Felda-related affairs, characterising such claims as unsubstantiated.
Johor has resolved 99.99 per cent of FELDA land title applications affecting thousands of settlers, with 27,639 out of 27,642 cases settled. The achievement underscores the state's commitment to rural development and settler welfare.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Sapian held their first public meeting after a recent online disagreement, keeping exchanges civil despite underlying tensions in their relationship.