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Malaysian politician and opposition leader, Anwar Ibrahim, is under investigation for allegedly sodomizing a 23-year-old aide.The Associated Press: Malaysia's Anwar accused of sodomy again (June 29, 2008)
Anwar has denied the allegations, calling them "a complete fabrication."The Associated Press: Malaysia's Anwar accused of sodomy again (June 29, 2008) Anwar took refuge in the Turkish embassy after informing family he feared for his life.Reuters: Malaysia Anwar denies sodomy claim; seeks refuge (June 29, 2008)
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Fast Facts
- Police announced investigation on June 28, 2008
- Anwar sought refuge in the Turkish embassy
- Cited fears for his lifeReuters: Malaysia Anwar denies sodomy claim; seeks refuge (June 29, 2008)
- Denied all allegations against himThe Associated Press: Malaysia's Anwar accused of sodomy again (June 29, 2008)
- Anwar led the opposition to an 82 seat victory in the 2008 Election
- Parliament has 222 seats
- 1993 to 1998: Deputy Prime Minister
- Forced to resign in 1998
- Convicted on sodomy and corruption chargesBBC News: Malaysia's Anwar seeks sanctuary (June 29, 2008)
- Conviction overturned in 2004BBC News: Malaysia's Anwar seeks sanctuary (June 29, 2008)
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Previous Conviction
While serving as deputy prime minister in 1998, Anwar Ibrahim was arrested on charges of sodomy and corruption. Ibrahim was convicted but the decision was overturned by Malaysia's high court in 2004.BBC News: Malaysia's Anwar seeks sanctuary (June 29, 2008)Still, the corruption conviction prevented Anwar from holding office until April 15, 2008. Anwar has stated that the most recent allegations are a new attempt to prevent him from implementing a new government.BBC News: Malaysia's Anwar seeks sanctuary (June 29, 2008)
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