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An influential Islamic scholars' organization has publicly urged Muslim-majority political parties to abandon inflammatory rhetoric, warning that unfounded accusations damage national harmony and contradict Islamic teachings on justice and verification.
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye has criticized recent divisive political statements that wrongly suggest non-Malay communities owe allegiance elsewhere, warning that such rhetoric threatens Malaysia's social fabric and calling for voters to reject such divisive narratives.
Pakatan Harapan has filed police reports against two Umno leaders over campaign remarks, alleging statements about the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar appointment and claims that DAP controls the palace warrant thorough investigation.