{
  "id": 9098533,
  "title": "Zahid: Neither MB Ismail Lasim nor I was summoned by Negeri Sembilan Ruler for an audience",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/zahid-neither-mb-ismail-lasim-nor-i-was-summoned-by-negeri-sembilan",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-22T06:11:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/22/zahid-neither-mb-ismail-lasim-nor-i-was-summoned-by-negeri-sembilan-ruler-for-an-audience/236097"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zahid clarified on Monday that neither he nor the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar, Ismail Lasim, were summoned to meet Tuanku Muhriz at Istana Negeri Sembilan on Saturday. He explained that they only became aware of the meeting through media reports. The deputy prime minister emphasized that the current dispute in Negeri Sembilan should be handled appropriately, taking into account legal interpretations and the state’s institutions. He noted that it was not solely a matter of legal interpretation and powers; the state’s institutions also needed to be respected. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with Tuanku Muhriz at the palace earlier in the day, with the discussion lasting around an hour. This occurred following Tuanku Muhriz's decision to immediately suspend the State Executive Council members of Negeri Sembilan due to alleged breaches of their oaths of office. However, Ismail Lasim has challenged the legality of the dismissal, asserting that it is unconstitutional and lacks legal effect.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said neither he nor Negeri Sembilan...",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 5,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Vibes",
        "title": "Ten former Bar Council presidents affirm Tuanku Muhriz as rightful Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/ten-former-bar-council-presidents-affirm-tuanku-muhriz-as-rightful",
        "published": "2026-09-21T09:40:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Bernama",
        "title": "General : Anwar Leaves Negeri Sembilan Palace After Hour-Long Audience With Tuanku Muhriz",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/general-anwar-leaves-negeri-sembilan-palace-after-hour-long-audience",
        "published": "2026-09-21T10:38:41.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Anwar expected to meet Tuanku Muhriz after Negeri Sembilan exco appointments revoked",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/anwar-expected-to-meet-tuanku-muhriz-after-negeri-sembilan-exco",
        "published": "2026-09-21T10:45:25.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Anwar arrives at Istana Negeri Sembilan for audience with Tuanku Muhriz",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/anwar-arrives-at-istana-negeri-sembilan-for-audience-with-tuanku",
        "published": "2026-09-21T10:54:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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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."
}