GEORGE TOWN, April 5 -- The government will not tolerate those who challenge the country's laws and institutions, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

He said it must be known that the government will not hesitate to act against those inciting the country over the "Allah" socks controversy and related matters.

"I don't care what position you are in or what party you are in, so do not dispute us if stern action is taken, especially if it touches on 3R," he told reporters after attending a briefing on Penang's development with Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow in Komtar today.

Anwar was asked to comment on Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh claiming he was arrested in Sabah earlier today.

The PM disputed this, and said the Umno...