What specific tweets are under police investigation regarding Zaid Ibrahim?

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Zaid Ibrahim Faces Police Probe Over Allegedly Disrespectful Tweets Targeting Selangor Sultan

Police are investigating Datuk Zaid Ibrahim concerning several tweets posted on Tuesday, which are alleged to be disrespectful towards the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. These remarks were made in direct response to a statement by the Sultan regarding Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's anger. The investigation is proceeding under specific sections of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and the Sedition Act 1948, following lodged police reports.
Zaid's Tweets Criticising Royal Partisanship

The investigation centres on at least two specific statements Zaid Ibrahim made on Twitter. One tweet advised the Sultan of Selangor to "be careful with his words." Another statement posted by the former MP asserted that "When some Rulers play politics; they must know the consequences. Don’t think there’s no price for partisanship." These posts were published on Tuesday.
Context of the Tweets: Sultan's Warning on Mahathir's Anger

These statements by Zaid Ibrahim were a direct reaction to comments made by Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. The Sultan had reportedly stated that the anger of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad would "burn the whole country." Zaid's subsequent tweets appear to challenge the involvement of royalty in political discourse and warn of repercussions.
Legal Framework for the Investigation

The probe into Zaid Ibrahim's tweets is being conducted by Bukit Aman, the federal police headquarters. Inspector General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Fuzi Harun confirmed the investigation is proceeding under Section 4 of the Sedition Act 1948 and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. These laws provide the legal basis for examining alleged seditious content and misuse of network facilities.

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