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Malaysia court rejects ex PM Najib's bid for house arrest sentence

"Breaking: Malaysia's court denies ex-PM Najib Razak's house arrest bid on December 21, 2025. Discover the implications for his ongoing corruption case and governance issues."

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Malaysia court rejects ex PM Najib's bid for house arrest sentence
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A Malaysian court has rejected former Prime Minister Najib Razak"s request to serve his prison sentence under house arrest. The decision was announced on Sunday, December 21, 2025.

This ruling comes as Najib is currently serving a sentence related to corruption charges. The court"s rejection of his bid for house arrest means he will continue to serve his time in prison.

Najib"s case has drawn significant attention, reflecting ongoing concerns about corruption and governance in Malaysia. As previously reported, similar situations involving high-profile political figures have surfaced in various countries, highlighting the global issue of corruption in politics.

The court"s decision marks a significant moment in Najib"s legal battles, which have been closely monitored by both local and international observers.

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Malaysia court rejects ex PM Najib's bid for house arrest sentence - DemState