Malaysian ex-PM granted conditional pardon, to serve remainder of sentence on house arrest
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Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been granted a conditional pardon allowing him to serve the remainder of his six-year prison sentence under house arrest. The sentence stems from his conviction in the SRC International corruption case.
In response to the development, the Pakatan Harapan council reaffirmed its commitment to combating corruption and stated that all individuals must serve their sentences according to the law.
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The Independent (UG)Focuses on the core announcement of the conditional pardon and house arrest.
Free Malaysia TodayEmphasizes the political coalition's response and stance on the rule of law.
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