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Protests Erupt in Kuala Lumpur Over Rising Fuel Prices

4/13/2026

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Protests in Kuala Lumpur on April 4 against rising fuel prices drew a small crowd.
Demonstrators called for restoring diesel subsidies and lower petrol prices, blaming geopolitical tensions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim faced criticism for his handling, with some recalling past promises to lower fuel prices.
Anwar defended his recent trips as necessary for national security.
Critics, including his daughter, questioned travel priorities amid rising fuel costs.

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Protests in Kuala Lumpur on April 4 against rising fuel prices drew a small crowd.
Demonstrators called for restoring diesel subsidies and lower petrol prices, blaming geopolitical tensions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim faced criticism for his handling, with some recalling past promises to lower fuel prices.
Anwar defended his recent trips as necessary for national security.
Critics, including his daughter, questioned travel priorities amid rising fuel costs.