99-year-old former Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad hospitalized for respiratory infection, misses court hearing.

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, 99, has been hospitalized for a respiratory infection at the National Heart Institute, as confirmed by his office. This admission follows his absence from a court hearing for a defamation case against the current deputy prime minister. Mahathir, who has a history of heart issues, is on medical leave until October 25. He served as prime minister for 22 years, with a brief return to power in 2018.

October 16, 2024
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