Najib Razak Faces Valid Charges Over 1MDB

A Malaysian court has ordered former Prime Minister Najib Razak to respond to four charges of power abuse and 21 counts of money laundering linked to the 1MDB scandal, involving RM2.3 billion. The High Court confirmed the validity of all charges, dismissing Najib's defense that they were defective or misleading. If convicted, Najib could face up to 20 years in prison and substantial fines. The judge noted that the prosecution's case was supported by testimonies from 50 witnesses, including high-profile figures associated with 1MDB. Najib, currently serving a 12-year sentence for related corruption, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. His legal troubles continue to unfold as he prepares to enter his defense in this high-profile trial.