In Malaysia, opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim won a victory in his long-running sodomy trial on Tuesday as DNA tests on items taken from his detention cell were ruled as inadmissible. The High Court's decision is a major boost for Anwar, a former Deputy Premier who was jailed on separate sex and corruption counts a decade ago, and who faces 20 years in jail if found guilty of the new charges. The court found that a toothbrush, mineral water bottle and a hand towel taken from the lock-up where Anwar was held after his arrest in July 2008 were improperly obtained.
News On AIR | March 8, 2011 8:24 PM
Anwar Ibrahim wins rare victory in sodomy trial