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Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s court hearing has been postponed until August 27, following his decision to undergo a pacemaker procedure, according to local news outlet nst.com.my. The delay comes as part of the legal process for his case, which involves reading charges and recording a plea.
The court had initially scheduled the hearing earlier, but the postponement was necessary to accommodate the medical procedure. Ismail Sabri, who served as prime minister from 2020 to 2022, is currently facing legal proceedings related to corruption allegations.
The pacemaker procedure is expected to be completed before the rescheduled hearing. Legal experts suggest the delay is standard practice when a defendant requires medical attention. No further details on the nature of the charges or the exact timeline have been released.
The court case remains under active review, with no indication of additional delays beyond August 27. (nst.com.my)
