{
  "id": 16133835,
  "title": "Anwar prays for Ustaz Wadi Annuar's recovery after Gerik road accident",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/anwar-prays-for-ustaz-wadi-annuars-recovery-after-gerik-road-accident",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-23T01:16:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/128681/anwar-prays-for-ustaz-wadi-annuars-recovery-after-gerik-road-accident"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Independent preacher Ustaz Wadi Annuar is currently recovering at Gerik Hospital following a traffic mishap on the East-West Highway near Tasik Banding. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has voiced his hopes for the Ustaz's swift recovery, expressing that he wishes Allah SWT to ease his medical treatment and grant him the fortitude to endure the situation. In a Facebook post, Anwar praised the Ustaz for his dedication to serving the community and imparting religious teachings. The unfortunate accident involved Ustaz Wadi Annuar and several members of his team while they were en route to Gerik. Reports indicate the incident occurred near Tasik Banding, with the Ustaz sustaining abdominal and chest pain but being reported in stable condition. His status was also confirmed via a post on his official Threads account, which called upon the public to offer prayers for his well-being and recovery.",
  "summary": "Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim wishes the independent preacher him a speedy recovery - October 23, 2026 Ustaz Wadi Annuar is in stable condition and receiving treatment at Gerik Hospital after an accident near Tasik Banding on the East-West Highway P...",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
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        "published": "2026-10-22T20:36:31.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Islamic preacher Ustaz Wadi Annuar believed among victims in Gerik three-vehicle crash",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/islamic-preacher-ustaz-wadi-annuar-believed-among-victims-in-gerik",
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      }
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  },
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  "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."
}