Lina Samuel, a cancer patient whose MyKad was confiscated amidst disputes over her nationality, passed away at 7am this morning.

Parti Bangsa Malaysia’s (PBM) Agnes Padan, who accompanied Lina through her difficult journey, confirmed with Malaysiakini that she passed away in Lawas Hospital after being admitted last night with breathing difficulties.

“She was struggling with stage four colon cancer. She was in critical condition last night so she was admitted...