The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Perikatan Nasional's Hamzah Zaman has pushed back against criticisms of the coalition's image, pointedly reminding Muhyiddin Yassin that he became prime minister only through support from PAS and Umno.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin personally campaigned alongside his party's candidate at the Bukit Kepong nomination centre in Pagoh, signalling strong internal party commitment as Johor's state election intensifies.
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Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has clarified that any decision regarding the party's membership within Perikatan Nasional must be made collectively by all coalition partners, rejecting suggestions of unilateral withdrawal amid tensions with PAS.
Bersatu President Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has pledged unwavering commitment to the Perikatan Nasional coalition, dismissing persistent questions about the opposition bloc's longevity and internal cohesion.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Dr Johari Abdul has formally acknowledged Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's position as opposition leader following notification from Perikatan Nasional. The upcoming parliamentary session will see MPs relocated, including Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Hamzah Zainudin has reclaimed the opposition leader's seat in the Dewan Rakyat, while Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has been repositioned eight seats back from the front row.
Malaysia's Court of Appeal has substantially reduced damages awarded to DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng in a defamation suit against former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, trimming the award from RM1.05 million to RM450,000.
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has reaffirmed the party's commitment to remain within the Perikatan Nasional coalition, anchoring the decision on what he describes as widespread public acceptance of the political arrangement.
Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal has warned that Bersatu faces an existential threat, alleging that party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has mishandled internal conflicts, threatening the stability of the Perikatan Nasional coalition.
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Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has declared the party is prepared for intensified political confrontation with PAS following a significant party split, signalling escalating tensions within Malaysia's Islamic-oriented political coalition.
PAS has challenged Bersatu to leave the Perikatan Nasional coalition if the party intends to contest against it in elections, with PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah calling such positioning incompatible with coalition membership.
More than 200 Bersatu supporters rallied behind Muhyiddin Yassin ahead of a crucial party meeting expected to address state election preparations and the party's relationship with coalition partner PAS.