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Court Upholds Appeal in Altantuya Murder Case

1/20/2026

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  • The Court of Appeal on January 20 upheld the government's appeal amid ongoing civil action, affecting the family’s damages claim.
  • The ruling kept the case eligible for appeal to Malaysia's Federal Court.
  • Altantuya Shaariibuu was murdered in 2006.
  • Two bodyguards were convicted.
  • Abdul Razak Baginda was ordered to pay damages.