US shifts some military aid to Lebanon from Egypt, letter says
The move follows Democratic concerns in Congress over Egypt's human rights record, including mass arrests of political prisoners.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many
While many focus on Syrian refugees returning after Assad's 50-year rule ends, not everyone feels welcome in the new Syria.
Sun Dec 22 2024
Israel and Hezbollah exchange strikes as ceasefire violations mount
Lebanon and Israel exchange accusations of breaches, with Lebanon claiming the violations have turned deadly.
Tue Dec 03 2024
Will the fragile peace between Hezbollah and Israel hold?
Hezbollah continues to claim that it defeated the Israeli military in Lebanon and says its forces will ensure IDF adheres to the ceasefire.
Sat Nov 30 2024
Israel and Hezbollah trade accusations of ceasefire violations
Israel and Lebanon accuse each other of breaching a ceasefire that aims to halt over a year of fighting.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon amid ceasefire with Hezbollah, says journalist
Reports of Israeli strikes continue to emerge from southern Lebanon, one day after the ceasefire with Hezbollah takes effect.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Hezbollah faces long recovery, officials believe thousands of fighters killed
Hezbollah believes the number of its fighters killed during 14 months of hostilities could reach several thousand.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Lebanon's Hezbollah vows to continue resistance after ceasefire
In the first statement by Hezbollah's operations centre since the deal was announced, the group made no direct mention of ceasefire deal.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect, civilians head back to south Lebanon
Streams of cars began heading to southern Lebanon, which borders Israel, after the ceasefire.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Prospect of Lebanon ceasefire leaves Gazans feeling abandoned
Months of US-backed Arab mediation have yet to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to end the war in Gaza.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Biden to push for Gaza ceasefire after Israel-Lebanon deal
The US "will make another push, with Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, Israel and others, to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza," says Joe Biden.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire brokered by US and France, to take effect Wednesday
Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over 60 days as Lebanon's army takes control of territory near its border with Israel to ensure that Hezbollah does not rebuild its infrastructure there.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
23 killed, 45 injured in fresh Israeli airstrikes on eastern Lebanon
Over 3,600 people have been killed by Israeli attacks in Lebanon so far.
Sun Nov 24 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Pahang and UAE join forces to protect the critically endangered Malayan tiger
The partnership aims to address critical issues such as wildlife poaching, habitat degradation, and population decline.
Tue Jan 14 2025
[COLUMNIST] Turkiye, Syria and Israel’s loss of strategic initiative
Today Israel is confronted with a new reality despite the gains and wins from four successive wars in the past.
Tue Jan 14 2025
US lawmakers urge Biden to extend TikTok Jan. 19 ban deadline
If banned, the short video app used by 170 million Americans would quickly go dark.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Baltic Sea nations seek to limit further incidents after cable breaches
Some 2,000 ships are crossing the Baltic Sea every day, making it difficult to monitor it all, says Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics.
Tue Jan 14 2025
EU reassesses tech probes into Apple, Google and Meta, FT reports
The tech giants have urged US President-elect Donald Trump to challenge European Union's regulatory scrutiny against them.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Women's restrooms and new tiles at Batu Caves to be ready for Thaipusam
Tan Sri R. Nadarajah says, about RM6 million has been spent to date to carry out repair and maintenance works at the place of worship.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Federal Court sets March 13-14 for hearing of final appeals in Kevin Morais' murder case
Six men are appealing against the Court of Appeal's decision to uphold their conviction for murder and the death sentences.
Tue Jan 14 2025
UK man fined RM700 for entering protected area at KLIA
Polak Kendon is charged with entering a protected area at Gate C, level five of KLIA T1, without a valid pass.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Indonesia plans minimum age for social media use
The move aims at protecting children, its communications minister says.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Level Up: The Superman guide to the future of work
By 2030, tasks performed solely by humans are expected to shrink from 47% to 33%.
Tue Jan 14 2025