Lee Hsien Yang Granted Asylum in UK

Lee Hsien Yang, the son of Singapore's founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, has been granted political asylum in the UK due to a 'well-founded fear of persecution' in Singapore, following a protracted family feud. He claims that the Singapore government has subjected him and his family to harassment and legal actions, including the prosecution of his son and disciplinary proceedings against his wife. Lee, who applied for asylum in 2022, described his refugee status as a last resort amidst ongoing threats from the state. The Singapore government has denied these allegations, asserting that Lee and his wife are free to return home without legal impediments. This situation has intensified scrutiny over Singapore's political climate and the treatment of dissenters. Lee Hsien Yang expressed hope to return home safely one day while continuing to criticize the government's actions.