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Judge Finds No Justification for Najib's Inaction as Billions From 1MDB Flowed Into His Accounts

A judge has ruled that Datuk Seri Najib Razak acted unreasonably by taking no steps to halt enormous sums linked to 1MDB from entering his personal bank accounts, rejecting any defence based on negligence or oversight.

By Khairul Anuar · 17 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Najib's Dismissal of RM2.08 Billion as 'Chicken Feed' Was Unreasonable, Says 1MDB Judge

A judge in the 1MDB trial has criticized Datuk Seri Najib Razak's portrayal of receiving US$681 million in deposits as inconsequential, stating this reaction contradicts how an ordinary reasonable person would behave.

By Khairul Anuar · 17 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Najib's Absence of Remorse Shaped His 12-Year Sentence and RM13 Billion Fine, Judge Rules

The High Court judge who sentenced Najib Razak to 12 years imprisonment and RM13 billion in fines has disclosed that his apparent lack of remorse and central role in diverting 1MDB funds significantly influenced the severity of the punishment.

By Khairul Anuar · 16 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Najib Displayed No Contrition Over 1MDB Role, Court Finds

A Malaysian court has determined that former prime minister Najib Razak demonstrated an absence of remorse regarding his role in the 1MDB scandal, choosing instead to attribute responsibility to other parties.

By Khairul Anuar · 16 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Judge Finds No Justification for Najib's Inaction as Billions From 1MDB Flowed Into His Accounts

Najib's Dismissal of RM2.08 Billion as 'Chicken Feed' Was Unreasonable, Says 1MDB Judge

Najib's Absence of Remorse Shaped His 12-Year Sentence and RM13 Billion Fine, Judge Rules

Najib Displayed No Contrition Over 1MDB Role, Court Finds

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