{
  "id": 10370092,
  "title": "Siti Hasmah's passing a great loss to nation — Onn Hafiz",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/siti-hasmahs-passing-a-great-loss-to-nation-onn-hafiz",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T05:18:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1542830/siti-hasmahs-passing-great-loss-nation-%E2%80%94-onn-hafiz"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Johor Baru, Malaysia - Johor's Chief Minister Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi mourned the passing of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, describing her death as a significant loss to the nation. In a Facebook post, Onn Hafiz emphasized Dr Siti Hasmah's decades-long service, particularly her work in public health and society, stating that her contributions would be remembered by Malaysians. He also called upon the people of Johor to pray for her soul, asking that her sins be forgiven, her good deeds accepted, and that she be placed among the righteous.\n\nTransport Minister Anthony Loke also expressed his deep sorrow over Dr Siti Hasmah's passing. He characterized her as a kind and well-regarded individual, noting that their close interactions during Dr Mahathir's administration from 2018 to 2020 were invaluable. Loke highlighted Dr Siti Hasmah's calmness, simplicity, and dignity, which had always earned her respect from Malaysians. He conveyed condolences to Dr Mahathir and her family, praying for their strength and fortitude during this difficult time.",
  "summary": "JOHOR BARU: Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi described the death of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali as a great loss to the nation, saying her lifelong service and contributions would be remembered by Malaysians.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali's death is a great loss to Malaysia.",
    "Chief Minister Onn Hafiz mourns her passing, praising her public health work.",
    "Transport Minister Anthony Loke praises her kindness and respect among Malaysians."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Vibes",
        "title": "PM: Siti Hasmah to be accorded state funeral",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/pm-siti-hasmah-to-be-accorded-state-funeral",
        "published": "2026-09-28T04:24:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}