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Former Jeli MP Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed has definitively ruled out contesting the 16th General Election, emphasising that younger leaders deserve the opportunity to guide Malaysia's future as he transitions to an advisory role.
UMNO President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed deep condolences over the deaths of Maran UMNO Youth chief Mohd Radzi Rahimi, his wife, and brother-in-law in a tragic accident in Bentong.
Umno's deputy president contends that Negri Sembilan's recent election results demonstrate that Malaysian voters prioritize effective administration and economic stability over divisive racial narratives, suggesting a maturation in electoral behaviour.
Kuala Pilah UMNO chief Datuk Ismail Lasim is among three candidates being considered for Negeri Sembilan's Menteri Besar position after Barisan Nasional's decisive election victory. The appointment ceremony is scheduled for today.
Former prime minister Ismail Sabri has called on the government to publicly release findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, claiming Umno has nothing to conceal about the Islamic pilgrim fund's affairs.
An Umno Supreme Council member has clarified that the Barisan-Perikatan coalition arrangement adopted for Negri Sembilan's state elections should not be viewed as a template for other states, emphasising that each region operates within its own distinct political ecosystem.
A Barisan Nasional polling centre in Klawang was shuttered by Umno members protesting the party's electoral pact with Perikatan Nasional, revealing fractures within the coalition ahead of upcoming contests.
Datuk Jailani Harun, a former journalist serving as diplomatic officer to UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, died at Hospital Serdang on Monday morning. Funeral prayers will be held at Al-Mubarakah Mosque in Taman Bukit Cheras.
An Umno lawmaker argues that his 2020 electoral victory in the Bukit Pasir constituency demonstrates that Pagoh voters no longer follow the political lead of prominent figures, challenging perceptions about the region's voting patterns.
Umno candidate Syed Hussien Syed Abdullah won the Mahkota by-election with a commanding 20,648-vote majority, marking a significant electoral moment as political alliances continue to reshape Malaysia's competitive landscape.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin argues that Barisan Nasional's combination of experienced lawmakers and emerging politicians represents the optimal approach for managing Johor's governance demands.
Umno President Zahid Hamidi has instructed party officials to overlook commentary from former leader Puad Zarkashi regarding Barisan Nasional candidates competing in the Johor state election, signalling an effort to maintain party unity.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has visited Johor to campaign for the Barisan Nasional candidate contesting the Tiram state seat, underscoring the coalition's push to retain support in the southern state.
Umno's Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has cautioned against premature speculation about coalition arrangements in Johor, emphasizing that such discussions must follow the announcement of election outcomes.
The son of ex-Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has backed his father's contentious statements regarding the party's trajectory, contending they reflect genuine concern for the party's survival.