SR Nathan in critical condition after stroke
President Tony Tan, DPM Teo, cabinet ministers, ex-colleagues visit the former president in hospital; PM Lee saddened to hear of his stroke and grave condition
Singapore
FORMER president SR Nathan is in critical condition after suffering a stroke on Sunday morning. The 92-year-old was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit at the Singapore General Hospital (SGH), the Prime Minister's Office said in a statement in the morning.
Well wishes poured in throughout the day from cabinet ministers, former colleagues, friends and members of the public.
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