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Pakistan's top diplomat pushes back on U.S. claims of militant support

Pakistan's top diplomat pushes back on U.S. claims of militant support

While US officials have long been critical of the role Pakistan has played in Afghanistan, senior officials have been more pointed in recent days about Islamabad's alleged support for militant groups.
Fri Oct 06 2017
Iran blames Trump for instability, rejects 'rogue' label

Iran blames Trump for instability, rejects 'rogue' label

Tensions between Iran and the United States have heightened since the election of Trump, who has often singled out Tehran as a key backer of militant groups.
Sat Jul 15 2017
New Indonesia law to allow jailing of militant returnees

New Indonesia law to allow jailing of militant returnees

The tightening of anti-terrorism laws comes as concern grows about the spread of influence of Islamic State, and fears it wants a foothold in Southeast Asia as it loses territory in the Middle East.
Wed Jun 21 2017
Malaysia supports the Philippines in fight against militant groups - Hishammuddin

Malaysia supports the Philippines in fight against militant groups - Hishammuddin

He conveyed the support to Lorenzana during a meeting between them at the 6th Division Infantry here and emphasised that Malaysia viewed the incident in Marawi City seriously.
Fri Jun 09 2017
Qatar crisis: What we know so far

Qatar crisis: What we know so far

Several Arab states and Egypt severed their ties with Qatar on Monday in a dispute over Doha's support for militant groups.
Mon Jun 05 2017
Terrorists' threats in Malaysia under control - Deputy IGP

Terrorists' threats in Malaysia under control - Deputy IGP

The threat of terrorism in Malaysia is at a manageable level due to the diligent efforts of the police in detaining the main elements of militant groups operating in the country.
Thu Mar 16 2017
Uighur IS fighters vow blood will 'flow in rivers' in China

Uighur IS fighters vow blood will 'flow in rivers' in China

China is worried that Uighurs, a mostly Muslim people from western China's Xinjiang region, have gone to Syria and Iraq to fight for militant groups there.
Thu Mar 02 2017
Unauthorised NGO could be linked to Daesh - Ayob Khan

Unauthorised NGO could be linked to Daesh - Ayob Khan

The mushrooming of unauthorised NGOs in donation drives lately could be linked to Daesh militant groups, said Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay.
Sun Sep 11 2016
Help government, security forces fight militant groups, Najib advises people

Help government, security forces fight militant groups, Najib advises people

Najib says the government constantly enhanced national security and undertook enforcement action to check on Daish activities.
Wed Jul 06 2016
No IIUM student involved with Daish - Rais

No IIUM student involved with Daish - Rais

International Islamic University Malaysia president Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim has given an assurance its students are not influenced by unhealthy elements, including terrorist groups such as Daesh.
Fri Feb 05 2016
Najib vows to defeat militant groups and their ideologies

Najib vows to defeat militant groups and their ideologies

The Prime Minister stressed that there is no place for extremism in society.
Thu Nov 19 2015
Five men arrested on suspicion of involvement in militant groups - IGP

Five men arrested on suspicion of involvement in militant groups - IGP

Khalid said three of the suspects were believed to be connected to the IS, while the other two, with the 'Imam Mahdi' militant group.
Mon Nov 16 2015
Include economic, political issues in defence talks, says Hishammuddin

Include economic, political issues in defence talks, says Hishammuddin

This is because the militants can use human trafficking as cover and this will become a threat to national security, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein says.
Sun Nov 15 2015
Hezbollah chief denounces Paris attacks

Hezbollah chief denounces Paris attacks

Hezbollah expressed his solidarity with the French people saying that the Middle East was also suffering "the earthquake" of militant groups.
Sun Nov 15 2015
Thai police unsure if foreign bomb suspect has fled the country

Thai police unsure if foreign bomb suspect has fled the country

Thai police said Thursday they were still unsure if the prime suspect in the Bangkok shrine bombing had fled the country.
Thu Aug 20 2015
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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