Ex-Malaysian Prime Minister arrested on several graft allegations

According to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, Yassin will face charges for power abuse and money laundering.

Malaysia detained former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin on Thursday on several corruption charges, according to the country's anti-graft agency.

According to a statement from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Muhyiddin will face charges for abuse of power and money laundering.