Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Palestinian commander targeted in Israeli strike in Lebanon, sources say
The strike hit a building in the crowded Ain al-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp near the southern city of Sidon, the sources said.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Iraqi teen detained in Vienna after Taylor Swift attack plot foiled
The Iraqi national is said to have come from the same circle as the main suspect, a 19-year-old Austrian with North Macedonian roots.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Iraq issues death sentence against wife of late Islamic State leader
The wife of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi received a death sentence for collaborating with the group and detaining Yazidi women in her home.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Iraq's Mosul springs back to life 10 years after it fell to ISIS
Despite political infighting, allegations of corruption and delayed reconstruction, life is returning on both sides of the Tigris River.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Rockets fired from Iraq towards US military base in Syria, security sources say
The attack against US forces is the first since early February when Iranian-backed groups in Iraq stopped their attacks against US troops.
Mon Apr 22 2024
Current update on the situation in the Middle East
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, at this point, the evacuation of Malaysians, including students may not be necessary.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Malaysian travellers in West Asia reminded to be vigilant following reopening of airspaces - Wisma Putra
Wisma Putra said it is anticipated that there may be possible flight delays as operations gradually resume and adjust to the new protocols.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Jordan, Iraq and Lebanon reopen airspace after Iran attacks
Jordan, which lies between Iran and Israel, had readied air defences to intercept any drone or missile that violated its territory.
Sun Apr 14 2024
Mourners demand accountability, bury loved ones after Iraq wedding inferno
Government officials have announced the arrest of 14 people over Tuesday night's fire, including the owners of the events hall.
Thu Sep 28 2023
Iraq wedding fire kills more than 100, relatives identify bodies
Survivors said hundreds of people were at the wedding celebration when flares ignited a ceiling decoration as the bride and groom danced.
Thu Sep 28 2023
More than 100 dead, 150 injured in Iraq wedding inferno
The fire ripped through a large events hall after fireworks were lit during the celebration, local civil defence said.
Wed Sep 27 2023
PM meets with counterparts from Thailand and Iraq, as well as UN Climate Envoy
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today met with his counterparts from Thailand and Iraq on the sideline of the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) here.
Fri Sep 22 2023
Iraq bans media from using term homosexuality, says they must use sexual deviance
The Iraqi Communications and Media Commission document said that the use of the term "gender" was also banned.
Wed Aug 09 2023
Islamic State confirms death of its leader, names replacement
IS confirmed the death of its leader Abu Hussein al-Husseini al-Quraishi and named Abu Hafs al-Hashimi al-Quraishi as his replacement.
Fri Aug 04 2023
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024