{
  "id": 6138523,
  "title": "Cops probing claims Hadi was offered US backing to topple BN govt",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/cops-probing-claims-hadi-was-offered-us-backing-to-topple-bn-govt",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-07T13:57:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1527860/cops-probing-claims-hadi-was-offered-us-backing-topple-bn-govt"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kuala Lumpur - Authorities are probing allegations that PAS leader Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang was offered U.S. support to overthrow the ruling Barisan Nasional (BN) government in 2014. The Criminal Investigation Department of Bukit Aman has recorded 12 police complaints and obtained statements from 12 witnesses. The investigation is being conducted under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, which deals with statements that could incite public fear, and under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, which pertains to improper use of network facilities or services. Convictions under both sections carry severe penalties, including imprisonment and hefty fines. The police have not yet recorded Hadi's account, but anticipate doing so soon to wrap up the inquiry. Officials urge the public to avoid speculative comments that could disrupt the investigation and to exercise caution when posting on social media to prevent interference with public order and safety.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Police are investigating claims that PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang was offered cooperation by the United States to topple the Barisan Nasional (BN) government in 2014.",
  "key_points": [
    "Authorities probing claims Hadi offered US backing to topple BN govt.",
    "12 police complaints recorded, 12 witnesses interviewed.",
    "Investigation under Penal Code and Communications Act sections."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The probe into claims of US backing for Hadi to topple the BN government signals a test of the authorities' commitment to scrutinizing potential foreign interference in domestic politics.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "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."
}