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Star's departure resulted in split among Kadazan-Dusun-Murut votes, Joachim says.

Ishak's appointment is CM's decision, not given through negotiations – Jeffrey.

Party will support efforts to secure Sabah's 40pct revenue rights, he adds.

It's to strengthen understanding among Sabah-based parties, Kitingan says.

'Political ego has become an obstacle to the unification of local parties.'

Deputies to temporarily helm their positions, he says.

I have conveyed my interest to Kitingan and Yong, says party president.

This may split the KDM vote, just before the impending Sabah state election.

PBS members remain loyal despite rumours of rivals trying to court them - Gunsalam.

'I have seen this before, and I am not surprised.'

Gunsalam insists talks still intact despite Star's departure from GRS last week.

Rebel Star reps include Ellron Angin, Robert Tawik, Abidin Madingkir, Annuar Ayub and Flovia Ng.

UPDATED 9.15PM | Masidi says termination after parties decided to use own symbols.

Warisan chief claims both parties already spoke about it last year.

Kitingan says party has made its stand 'very clear'.

Star, PBS leaders affirmed commitment to coalition last month – Joniston.

Sabahans tired of political deals being put above real struggles - Kalakau.

Ellron calls it baseless slander driven by immature political motives.

UPDATED 8.23AM | Party info chief says the conversation was about new seats allocation proposal.

One aide claims statement taken out of context.

Warisan veep dismisses it as pre-election rumour.

This comes after Star and PBS implicated in 'political funding' drama.

It is to ensure GRS continues to helm state, deputy chief minister says.

It could symbolise strategic transformation, Joniston says.