New Malaysian sultan strips brother's royal titles

Malaysia's newest sultan, who this month ousted his father to become royal ruler of Kelantan state, stripped his brother and arch-rival of royal titles and awards yesterday.
State media quoted Kelantan authorities as saying that Sultan Muhammad V, known as Tengku Muhammad Faris Petra before his elevation, had withdrawn three titles and awards from his younger brother Tengku Muhammad Fakhry Petra.
In a shock move three weeks ago, the 40-year-old sultan, who had been regent, was appointed new ruler in the culmination of months of palace intrigue.