In Malaysia, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s proposal for home detention as an alternative punishment has raised suspicions of political opportunism to benefit disgraced former Prime Minister Najib Razak, leading to concerns about undermining the justice system and fighting corruption. The move has sparked criticism for favoring UMNO and overlooking past misdeeds, potentially signaling a shift away from promised reforms. As the government faces backlash, there are calls for MPs to challenge the regressive agenda and uphold principles of accountability and justice.
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China dismisses Zelenskyy’s claim it has supplied weapons to Russia
Summary China's foreign ministry has labeled Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's claims that China is supplying weapons to Russia as “groundless.” This assertion follows Zelenskyy's allegations that China is providing Russia with military supplies, including gunpowder and artillery, and that Chinese representatives are involved in arms production within Russia. The Chinese government reiterated its commitment to ending the conflict between Russia and Ukraine during a regular press briefing in Beijing. Full Article
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