234 Malaysians detained on suspicion of Daesh involvement - Home Ministry
As of Feb 22, a total of 234 Malaysians suspected to be involved in the Daesh militant group have been detained by the Royal Malaysia Police.
Tue Mar 21 2017
Malaysia willing to share its expertise in combating terrorism - DPM
Malaysia offered to share its experience and best practices in countering terrorism at the international level, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Wed Aug 10 2016
Rehabilitated terrorists can deradicalise extremists under POTA - Zahid
Ahmad Zahid said the method was one of four parts of the country's module for the deradicalisation and rehabilitation programme.
Mon Jan 25 2016
Those detained under POTA to wear electronic monitoring devices - Nur Jazlan
The home ministry plans to enforce the use of the electronic monitoring device (EMD) on those detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA).
Wed Dec 02 2015
No need to reinstate ISA, says IGP
The Prevention of Crime (Amendment and Extension) Act 2013, Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) and the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act (SOSMA) 2012 is sufficient to curb violent activities.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Prevention of Terrorism Act 2015 effective Sept 1
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced that the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2015 (POTA) officially comes into effect today, Sept 1.
Tue Sep 01 2015
Ex-IS Malaysians must be prepared to face law - Ahmad Zahid
Malaysians who joined the IS militant group in Syria and now wish to return home must be prepared to face the law, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Fri May 01 2015
SOSMA amendment bill passed by Dewan Rakyat
The Security Offences (Special Measures) (Amendment) Bill 2015 was passed by the Dewan Rakyat on Wednesday.
Wed Apr 08 2015
No political motive in proposed Prevention of Terrorism Act - Najib
Datuk Seri Najib Razak today gave the assurance that there is no political motive in the proposed Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA).
Wed Mar 25 2015
POTA is government's drastic measure to combat IS
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) is seen as a pro-active measure of the government in curbing the spread of the threat of the IS in the country.
Mon Mar 16 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024