Dr Mahathir sheds tears during visit to Dr Hasmah’s grave three days after her death (VIDEO)
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 1 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad visited the grave of his wife, Tun Dr Siti Hasmah...
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 1 — Former Malaysian prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad paid his respects at the grave of his wife, Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, on the third day after her death at the age of 100. The 101-year-old former leader arrived at the Pusara Negara cemetery in Presint 20 around 11:05 am, accompanied by family members.
Dr Mahathir spent approximately 15 minutes at the grave, where he prayed and scattered rose petals, as reported by the New Straits Times (NST). He was understood to be weary, having had minimal sleep following his wife's passing on Monday. Dr Mahathir's press secretary, Sufi Yusoff, indicated that the former premier was fatigued after a brief period of rest.
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