Malaysia ex-PM Najib freed under royal pardon after 1MDB conviction

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, convicted in the 1MDB corruption scandal, has been released from prison under a royal pardon. The pardon, reportedly facilitated by the king, shortens his sentence and allows him to return home, marking a significant reversal in one of the world's largest corruption cases. The move raises questions about judicial independence and anti-corruption efforts in Malaysia.

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