Philippines president Duterte says he 'will not talk to terrorists'
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said on Wednesday he would not talk to Muslim rebels who are fighting the military and occupying parts of a southern city.
Wed May 31 2017
Philippine Muslim rebels warn IS seeks foothold in south
The IS group is trying to establish a stronghold in the violence-racked southern Philippines, the head of the nation's biggest Muslim rebel organisation warned Monday.
Mon Mar 07 2016
Philippine Muslim rebels say concerned at rising radicalism
Lawmakers have been urged to immediately pass a new Muslim autonomy law in a region of southern Mindanao to counter radicalism, especially among young Muslims.
Mon Jan 25 2016
Two soldiers killed in S.Philippine hospital attack
Two soldiers were killed when Muslim rebels attacked a government hospital in southern Philippines on Wednesday night.
Thu Oct 23 2014
Two Philippine TV journalists wounded in bomb blast
A reporter and cameraman at ABC-5, a major Philippine TV broadcaster, were among those hurt in the blast on Saturday.
Sat Feb 01 2014
Philippines, Muslim rebels clear last peace deal hurdle
The deal is the last of four power-sharing accords that must be agreed between the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) rebels, before a final peace deal can be signed.
Sat Jan 25 2014
Philippines, Muslim rebels sign 'power sharing' accord
The two sides in October last year had signed an initial pact on ending the conflict that has claimed an estimated 150,000 lives, in preparation for a final agreement.
Sun Dec 08 2013
Dozens freed as Philippine troops battle Muslim rebels
Sixty-one people have died and 70,000 residents been displaced since the standoff in the major southern city of Zamboanga.
Tue Sep 17 2013
Philippines rebels trade fire, take more hostages
Muslim rebels seized dozens more hostages and traded gunfire with Philippines troops, in the second day of a stand-off.
Tue Sep 10 2013
Muslim rebels locked in standoff with Philippine army
Armoured troops surrounded the southern port city of Zamboanga after between 200 and 300 Moro National Liberation Front gunmen entered six coastal villages on its outskirts before dawn.
Mon Sep 09 2013
Thailand, Muslim rebels aim for Ramadan peace
The Thai government and Muslim rebels have agreed to try to curb violence during Ramadan, a Malaysian official said Friday.
Fri Jul 12 2013
Bomb kills two paramilitaries in Thai south
A roadside bomb and gun attack killed two Thai military rangers and wounded four others on Saturday, police said, two days after the country held its first formal peace talks with Muslim rebels.
Sat Mar 30 2013
Philippines' Aquino wants peace talks speeded up
Philippine President Benigno Aquino paid a historic visit Monday to the stronghold of Muslim rebels and said peace talks with them must be speeded up.
Mon Feb 11 2013
Trump team signs transition agreement with Biden White House after delays
The move will allow Trump's team to coordinate directly with federal agencies and access documents.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Pakistani forces launch midnight raid on ex-PM Imran Khan's supporters, local media reports
At least six people, including four paramilitary soldiers, were killed before the Tuesday night raid was launched.
Wed Nov 27 2024
IPIC case: Najib, Mohd Irwan granted DNAA for six CBT charges involving RM6.6 billion
The judge made the decision after allowing the DNAA application submitted by the lawyers representing Najib and Mohd Irwan, respectively.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Gunfire heard across Beirut as Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect
Streams of cars began heading to southern Lebanon, which borders Israel, after the ceasefire.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Australia moves closer to ban social media for children
Australian parliament's lower house passes the bill, even as Google and Meta press the government to delay the legislation
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
Four bodies recovered from capsized tourist boat off Egypt's Red Sea coast
The boat, the Sea Story, capsized on Monday near the Sataya Reef while carrying 31 tourists and 13 crew on a multi-day diving trip.
Wed Nov 27 2024
UTP introduced a first-of-its-kind Bachelor of Integrated Engineering with Honours
UTP has proudly unveiled Malaysia's first multidisciplinary engineering programme.
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
JPS issues flood warning, 30 villages in Pasir Puteh expected to be inundated
Flooding is expected near Sungai Semerak, Pasir Puteh, affecting low-lying villages within 5km of the river, according to PRABN.
Wed Nov 27 2024