{
  "id": 19732788,
  "title": "Anwar seeks fresh talks with Loke over resignation, says clean ministers should stay",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/anwar-seeks-fresh-talks-with-loke-over-resignation-says-clean",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T00:16:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/129480/anwar-seeks-fresh-talks-with-loke-over-resignation-says-clean-ministers-should-stay"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is urging a renewed dialogue with Transport Minister Anthony Loke regarding the latter's recent resignation, insisting that Anwar has not yet accepted Loke's decision to leave the Cabinet. During a PH grand finale rally in Alor Gajah, Melaka, Anwar expressed his dissatisfaction with the High Court's recent ruling that permitted former Prime Minister Najib Razak to serve his prison sentence under house arrest. He defended Loke, highlighting his honesty, trustworthiness, and commitment to public service, as well as his contributions to improving public transport and the lives of Malaysians. Anwar also criticized the perceived bias in assessing political leaders based on their ethnicity instead of their integrity and competence, emphasizing that leadership should be evaluated based on character, honesty, and the ability to fulfill public responsibilities. He urged Malaysians to prioritize leaders with strong principles, good character, and a commitment to serving the community, rather than being swayed by racial sentiments or political agendas.",
  "summary": "PRIME MINISTER Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants to reopen discussions with Transport Minister Anthony Loke over his decision to resign, saying he has yet to accept the DAP secretary-general's resignation. Anwar said Loke could take a short break if...",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "[UPDATED] Anwar confirms he has yet to receive Loke's resignation letter",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/updated-anwar-confirms-he-has-yet-to-receive-lokes-resignation-letter",
        "published": "2026-11-12T14:07:56.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malaysiakini",
        "title": "Anwar yet to accept Loke's resignation, but DAP chief insists it stands",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/anwar-yet-to-accept-lokes-resignation-but-dap-chief-insists-it-stands",
        "published": "2026-11-12T23:49:55.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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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."
}