{
  "id": 9547821,
  "title": "Anwar’s elder brother Idrus Ibrahim dies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/anwars-elder-brother-idrus-ibrahim-dies-9547821",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T11:10:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/24/anwars-elder-brother-idrus-ibrahim-dies/236384"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia's Prime Minister, announced the passing of his elder brother, Idrus Ibrahim. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Anwar expressed his profound grief upon returning from a three-day working visit to China. He admitted that the loss of a dear brother with whom he shared many cherished memories was difficult to bear. Anwar lamented the fact that he was unable to be present during his brother's final moments, and he accepted this reality with resignation. He also prayed for his brother to be forgiven for any shortcomings, receiving mercy, and joining the faithful servants of Allah. Anwar appealed to the public and friends to offer prayers and recite Al-Fatihah for Idrus. He thanked everyone for the memories and kindness that Idrus left behind, which will remain etched in their memories and hearts.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today shared the sad news of the death of his elde...",
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      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "PM's elder brother Idrus Ibrahim dies",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/pms-elder-brother-idrus-ibrahim-dies",
        "published": "2026-09-24T10:54:38.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Anwar’s elder brother Idrus Ibrahim dies",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/anwars-elder-brother-idrus-ibrahim-dies",
        "published": "2026-09-24T11:10:40.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Vibes",
        "title": "PM Anwar loses beloved elder brother; Idrus Ibrahim passes away",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/pm-anwar-loses-beloved-elder-brother-idrus-ibrahim-passes-away",
        "published": "2026-09-24T11:25:00.000Z"
      }
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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."
}