Anwar Ibrahim's Legal Immunity Bid Rejected: Yusoff Rawther Case to Proceed

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – June 4, 2025 – The Malaysian High Court today rejected a bid by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to refer eight constitutional questions to the Federal Court. The questions concerned Anwar's immunity from prosecution. The decision means that the case against Yusoff Rawther will proceed. "The court found the application to be without merit," said Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali, a lawyer involved in the case. The decision was met with mixed reactions. The case against Rawther involves allegations of drug possession and illegal firearms. The hearing is scheduled for June 16th. The court's decision underscores the importance of judicial independence in Malaysia. The case will continue to be closely watched.