As truce talks progress, Lebanon's army cornered by politics, funding
Lebanon's army needs Hezbollah's approval to deploy troops to the south, even after any ceasefire deal.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Israel-Hezbollah conflict cost Lebanon $8.5 billion, World Bank says
Direct physical damage in Lebanon amounts to at least $3.4 billion, the Damage and Loss Assessment conducted by the World Bank said.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Lebanon awaits truce proposals after US envoy expresses hope
A senior US official says he sees "a shot" at a truce soon in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Thu Nov 14 2024
Why killing Hezbollah's leaders may backfire on Israel
By eliminating Hezbollah's leadership it knew so well, Israel has potentially created a new problem for itself.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Taiwan closes exploding pagers case, says not made by Taiwanese firms
Security sources previously said the pagers bore the name of Taiwan-based Gold Apollo, a company that claims it did not make them.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Anwar meets with Lebanese PM in Riyadh ahead of Extraordinary Summit
During the discussions, Anwar reiterated Malaysia's unwavering support for Lebanon, emphasising the country's condemnation of the Israeli aggression.
Mon Nov 11 2024
PM to meet Lebanon, Kuwait leaders in Riyadh
The meeting is set to take place before PM attends the Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Nations Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Israeli Prime Minister admits responsibility for mass pager explosions in Lebanon
This was the first time a high-ranking Israeli official has publicly admitted responsibility for the mass explosions.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Anwar hopes Arab-Islamic Summit will reach consensus to resolve Gaza crisis
Anwar will join the Arab-Islamic Summit, where leaders are expected to address escalating violence in Gaza and the broader Middle East.
Sun Nov 10 2024
Govt has backup plan if Malbatt has to retreat
Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled said for now the commitment continues like other countries that send their military personnel to Lebanon.
Fri Nov 08 2024
ANALYSIS - Biden plans final Mideast peace push but will leaders ignore him?
The Biden administration will make a final push for elusive deals to end the wars in Gaza and Lebanon.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Hezbollah calls for US action, not words, as Trump reclaims White House
Hezbollah welcomes any effort to stop the war in Lebanon but does not pin hopes for a ceasefire on any particular US administration.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Six Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) members injured in Lebanon blast - MAF
The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) confirmed that six members of the Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) were injured in an explosion near Saida Stadium, Lebanon, today.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Israeli strike in Lebanon's Sidon injures four Malaysian personnel, Lebanese army says
An Israeli strike on the southern Lebanese city of Sidon killed three Lebanese citizens and wounded three Lebanese soldiers and four Malaysian personnel from UNIFIL forces, the Lebanese army says.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on
Netanyahu replaced Yoav Gallant with close ally Israel Katz to lead the country's war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million
A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc
Thu Nov 21 2024
Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction
A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim
Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Woman found in freezer died from chest injuries - Police
Preliminary post-mortem report reveals that the victim died from chest injuries caused by blunt trauma.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Malaysia, Vietnam to further cooperate in multiple sectors - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the collaboration will also leverage the ASEAN Energy Grid to foster regional growth.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Court orders PDRM to complete investigations into Beng Hock's death within six months
Judge says the claims and reliefs sought by the applicants are within the domain of public law both in pith and substance.
Thu Nov 21 2024