Twists and turns in house arrest issue


  • Analysis
  • Saturday, 27 Apr 2024

IF the decision to grant Datuk Seri Najib Razak a half pardon had felt like an earthquake, then reports of the existence of a royal addendum for him to be placed under house arrest has been like an aftershock.

The news has drawn a dizzying mix of reactions - anger and disbelief on one side, relief and tears on the other end.

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