Negeri Sembilan MB denies Zahid involvement in Selangor Ruler plot

Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim has moved to clarify Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's position regarding recent allegations concerning Selangor Sultan Muhammad V, commonly known as Tuanku Muhriz. Lasim stated that Zahid Hamidi has maintained no involvement in any efforts targeting the Selangor ruler. The Menteri Besar's remarks appear aimed at quelling speculation linking the Umno leadership to internal royal affairs in the neighbouring state. Lasim affirmed his continued backing of Zahid as Umno's party leader, whilst emphasising the importance of upholding the institution of Malay royalty. His statement underscores efforts by senior Umno figures to distance the party from the controversy whilst reaffirming traditional support for Malaysia's constitutional monarchies. The clarification comes amid ongoing scrutiny of political developments affecting the Selangor palace and the broader implications for Umno's relationship with state-level royal institutions.