Hamas wants Russia to push Palestinian president towards unity government for post-war Gaza
Palestinian group Hamas wants Russia to push Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to begin negotiations on a national unity government.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Myanmar rebels capture provincial town as anti-junta offensive widens
The town fell after a small group of junta soldiers surrendered following fierce fighting, local media outlet Myanmar Now said.
Wed Nov 08 2023
Indonesia president condemns attack on ASEAN officials during aid delivery in Myanmar
Myanmar's shadow National Unity Government, which is allied with the anti-junta militias, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), said it was not aware of any attack.
Mon May 08 2023
Myanmar resistance urges West to provide arms for fight against junta
Myanmar's Yee Mon requests support similar to that being given to Ukrainians battling invading Russian troops.
Thu May 19 2022
Saifuddin, Myanmar's NUG Foreign Minister meet in Washington
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah had an informal meeting with Foreign Minister of Myanmar's National Unity Government (NUG), Zin Mar Aung in Washington D.C. on Saturday.
Sun May 15 2022
Malaysia to propose for informal engagement between ASEAN and Myanmar's NUG
Malaysia will propose for ASEAN to establish an informal engagement with the National Unity Government (NUG) elected by the people of Myanmar prior to the coup.
Sun May 01 2022
Myanmar junta urges ASEAN envoy not to engage with 'terrorist' groups
Representatives from the military-controlled government haven't been invited to ASEAN meetings since late last year.
Mon Feb 21 2022
ASEAN envoy seeks Myanmar junta blessing to meet its opponents
Malaysia's Foreign Minister, Saifuddin Abdullah, on Thursday urged Prak Sokhonn to meet with NUG.
Fri Feb 18 2022
Myanmar opposition raises $6.3 mln on launch of 'revolution' bonds
Buyers of the bonds made payments via international transfers to an account in the Czech Republic, the NUG said.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Present or not at Summits, Myanmar still a concern for ASEAN
The three-day virtual gathering was for the first time marked by the absence of any representative from Myanmar.
Mon Nov 01 2021
Myanmar urged to avoid violence after junta opponents declare revolt
Southeast Asian and Western countries have urged all sides in Myanmar to refrain from violence and allow in humanitarian aid.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Myanmar military arrests more journalists
Reporters Without Borders said the pair were being held incommunicado.
Sun Aug 22 2021
Singapore says ASEAN not as effective as hoped in Myanmar
The United Nations and many countries have urged ASEAN, whose 10 members include Myanmar, to restore stability through diplomacy.
Sat Aug 21 2021
Myanmar military accused of arresting doctors while COVID-19 infections rise
Myanmar registered on Thursday over 6,000 new COVID-19 infections after reporting 286 deaths a day earlier.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Fears for supplies in Myanmar as exodus grows from fighting
More than 15,000 had sought refuge at the nearby border with India since the coup that has plunged the Southeast Asian country into chaos.
Wed May 19 2021
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 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
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024