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[OPINION] Middle East crisis: A precursor to World War III?

[OPINION] Middle East crisis: A precursor to World War III?

The Middle East remains one of the worlds most volatile regions, marked by a complex web of political, religious and territorial conflicts.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on firmer oil prices

Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on firmer oil prices

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid expects the ringgit to remain soft as the tension in the Middle East has yet to subside.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 2) - Is Regional War Imminent?

Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 2) - Is Regional War Imminent?

The Israeli military has continued to carry out air raids across Lebanon, while also intensifying its strikes across Gaza over the past 48 hours. This after Iran launched a missile attack at Israel in response to Israeli assassinations of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Amid the soaring violence and escalating tensions, how close are we to a regional war in the middle east? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Muath Seyam, Senior Fellow at the Asia Middle East Centre for Research and Dialogue.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 1) - Is Regional War Imminent?

Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 1) - Is Regional War Imminent?

The Israeli military has continued to carry out air raids across Lebanon, while also intensifying its strikes across Gaza over the past 48 hours. This after Iran launched a missile attack at Israel in response to Israeli assassinations of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Amid the soaring violence and escalating tensions, how close are we to a regional war in the middle east? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Ferooze Ali, Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Law and International Relations at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin in Terengganu.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Japan airport shut after likely WW2-era bomb explodes near runway, 87 flights cancelled

Japan airport shut after likely WW2-era bomb explodes near runway, 87 flights cancelled

Miyazaki Airport shut its runway after the explosion caused a crater, deep in the middle of the taxiway next to the runway.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Iran’s strikes on Israel are the latest sign that the conflict in the Middle East is spiraling, presenting rising global security threats

Iran’s strikes on Israel are the latest sign that the conflict in the Middle East is spiraling, presenting rising global security threats

Hezbollah has been sending rockets into northern Israel since start of the Gaza war, which began after Hamas and other forces invaded Israel
Wed Oct 02 2024
In address to Iran, Netanyahu says nowhere in Middle East out of Israel's reach

In address to Iran, Netanyahu says nowhere in Middle East out of Israel's reach

Benjamin Netanyahu blames the Iranian government for plunging the Middle East "deeper into war" at the cost of its own people.
Tue Oct 01 2024
How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sat Sep 21 2024
Kamala Harris picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for vice president

Kamala Harris picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for vice president

Tim Walz has pushed a progressive agenda that includes free school meals, goals for tackling climate change, tax cuts for the middle class.
Wed Aug 07 2024
US says military moves in Middle East aimed at de-escalating tensions

US says military moves in Middle East aimed at de-escalating tensions

Joe Biden will convene his national security team in the situation room to discuss developments in the Middle East, the White House said.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Current update on the situation in the Middle East

Current update on the situation in the Middle East

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, at this point, the evacuation of Malaysians, including students may not be necessary.
Wed Apr 17 2024
MYAirline in talks with new investors

MYAirline in talks with new investors

MYAirline said it is in talks with "promising new investors after a sudden and unilateral termination of a share purchase agreement by an investor from the Middle East."
Thu Feb 29 2024
MYAirline secures investor from the Middle East - sources

MYAirline secures investor from the Middle East - sources

Without citing the name of the investor, sources hoped MYAirline could now work towards resuming operations by the middle of this year.
Fri Jan 12 2024
Iran expanding production of highly enriched Uranium, IAEA says

Iran expanding production of highly enriched Uranium, IAEA says

Iran has been ramping up the production of highly enriched uranium, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Tuesday, reversing a slowdown that started in the middle of the year.
Wed Dec 27 2023
Soccer - Messi fit for Argentina qualifiers, says Scaloni

Soccer - Messi fit for Argentina qualifiers, says Scaloni

Lionel Messi has been out of action for almost a month in the middle of the season.
Thu Nov 16 2023
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