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Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali was the wife of Mahathir Mohamad, who served as Malaysia's prime minister for two non-consecutive terms. She was a prominent public figure in Malaysia, known for her advocacy in health and education.
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Siti Hasmah, wife of Malaysia’s Mahathir Mohamad, dies aged 100
Her family confirmed on Monday that she died after being admitted to the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur
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Published: 10:36am, 28 Sep 2026 Updated: 10:37am, 28 Sep 2026
Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, the wife of former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad, has died aged 100.
Her family confirmed on Monday that she died after being admitted to the National Heart Institute. The cause of death was unclear.
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