Malaysia’s former PM Mahathir in hospital after wife’s death
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been hospitalized for observation in Kuala Lumpur shortly after the death of his wife, Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali. His condition is reported as stable, and his family has requested privacy during this period of mourning.
Why it matters
As a long-serving and influential political figure in Southeast Asia, Mahathir's health status is a matter of significant public interest in the region.
Former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad was admitted to the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur on the night of Sept 29 for observation.
Listen Summarise Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, aged 101, has been hospitalised for observation since Sept 29, following the death of his wife of 70 years, Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali. Siti Hasmah, who was 100, passed away on Sept 28 at the National Heart Institute, leading to widespread grief and condolences across Malaysia. Mahathir's condition is stable, with his son stating there is no cause for concern; Singaporean leaders also expressed condolences and praised Siti Hasmah's public service contributions. AI generated
KUALA LUMPUR – Former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad has been admitted to hospital, his office said on Sept 30, two days after the death of his wife, Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali .
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