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Court Orders House Arrest for Former PM Najib Razak
Former Prime Minister Najib Razak is expected to be released today under a house arrest order, according to his legal counsel. The development marks a significant shift in the high-profile case involving the ex-premier.
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The High Court has issued a house arrest order for Najib Razak, his lawyer Farhan Shafee announced, with the former prime minister anticipated to be freed later today. The decision represents a change in custody arrangements for Najib, who has been at the centre of multiple legal proceedings since his administration ended in 2018. Farhan indicated that the court's ruling would allow Najib to be released from detention, pending further legal proceedings. The house arrest order imposes restrictions on the former leader's movements while he awaits trial. The case has drawn significant public attention given Najib's prominent role in Malaysian politics and the serious allegations he faces.