Suaram event an ‘insult to Islam’

(NST) – A former aide to opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described a breaking of fast event by Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram) as an insult to Islam.

Anuar Shaari said action should be taken against the non-governmental organisation for organising the event, which was reportedly used as a political platform to defame the government by raising issues on the murder of Mongolian Altantuya Shaariibuu and the purchase of Scorpene submarines.

“The police and the attorney-general should investigate the matter as it clearly shows that the buka puasa event organised by Suaram was used to spread slander against the prime minister and the government.

“The authorities should also explain to the public if an investigation cannot be carried out against Suaram.”

He said Suaram was being disrespectful and desperate to get support from Muslims for its political allies.

On Monday, Jaringan Melayu Malaysia president Azwanddin Hamzah claimed the function was attended mostly by non-Muslims. He said he was barred from entering the function held at Dewan Sivik MPPJ in Petaling Jaya.