Depiction of Macron as Hitler tests France's tolerance for satire
Macron's personal lawyers and his party have now filed legal complaints alleging that the depictions were a public insult.
Sat Jul 31 2021
The Muslim World vs France's Emmanuel Macron
Muslim nations across the globe protest publications of a cartoon of Prophet Mohammad in France and remarks made by France's President Emmanuel Macron.
Sun Nov 08 2020
Extremism and Islamophobia mirror image?
Jason Loh says extremism mustn't give rise to Islamophobia.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Deja Vu in France: Change attitudes
Honest reflections upon its own misdeeds past and present are what we expect of the French state and society in 2020.
Mon Nov 02 2020
France's Macron seeks to calm tensions with Muslims
France was further shaken by a new incident, when an attacker armed with a sawn-off shotgun shot an Orthodox priest before fleeing.
Sun Nov 01 2020
Government urged to review contract for supply of military equipment from France
The government is advised to review all contracts for the supply of military equipment from France.
Sat Oct 31 2020
New arrest after France church attack, security tightened
A new suspect is in custody Friday in the investigation into a gruesome attack by a Tunisian man who killed three people in a French church.
Fri Oct 30 2020
Prophet caricatures: Don't act above the law - Jakim
Such action could create disharmony among the country's multi-religious society.
Thu Oct 29 2020
Turkey hits at "Crusades" against Islam in cartoons row with France
President Tayyip Erdogan said that standing against attacks on the Prophet was "an issue of honour for us".
Thu Oct 29 2020
Turkey condemns French caricature featuring Erdogan
Turkish anger at the caricature added fuel to a row between Turkey and France about cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Charlie Hebdo: The Clashing of Free Speech, Faith and Respect
In France, many citizens staunchly defend secularism that separates the state and religion in the country.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Malaysia strongly condemns hate speech, defamation of Islam
Malaysia is committed to upholding freedom of speech and expression as fundamental human rights.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Caricature of the Prophet Muhammad: Malaysia disheartened about the incident - Dr Zulkifli
Dr Zulkifli says he believes that both countries have the same stance that acts of extremism and terrorism are not representative of any religion in the world.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Muslims call for French goods boycott to protest caricatures
The growing confrontation is raising political tensions between France and some Muslim-majority nations.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Teenager asked pupils to identify French teacher before beheading him
A photograph of the teacher's body, accompanied by a message claiming responsibility posted on Twitter, was discovered on the assailant's phone, found near his body.
Sun Oct 18 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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