KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — A prince took over a northern Malaysian state's throne Monday, allegedly against his bedridden father's wishes in a bitter succession tussle that has given a rare glimpse into behind-the-scenes court intrigue.
Tengku Muhammad Faris Petra was proclaimed the new sultan of northern Kelantan state following a decision by the Council of Succession, which determines who ascends to the throne, palace official Abdul Halim Hamad said.
Faris has been embroiled in a public dispute with his brother, Tengku Muhammad Fakhry, since their father, Tengku Ismail Petra, fell ill more than a year ago. The feud has embarrassed one of the country's most prominent royal …
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