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Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin Charged with Sedition

Muhyiddin accused of insulting former king in speech questioning 2022 election outcome

  • Muhyiddin Yassin pleaded not guilty to sedition charges in a Kelantan court.
  • The charges relate to remarks made during an August 2024 campaign rally.
  • Muhyiddin questioned why he wasn't invited to form a government despite claiming majority support.
  • Malaysia's Sedition Act criminalizes speech that undermines the monarchy.
  • Muhyiddin is also facing separate corruption and money laundering charges.
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