Today's top Malaysian news, sport and lifestyle.
Today, Malaysia's thoughts travel across the sea to Timor-Leste as PM Anwar Ibrahim leads the nation's sincere message of solidarity and condolences in a time of regional grief.
Malaysia will host the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit on October 2-4, 2026, in a landmark arrangement reflecting strengthened diplomatic and sporting ties between the two nations.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn will visit Malaysia next week to chair the third Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation meeting, aimed at strengthening multi-sector partnerships and advancing the countries' strategic relationship.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has written to Tunisian President Kais Saied requesting the release of detained political figure Sheikh Rached Ghannouchi, citing the 84-year-old's deteriorating health and advanced age as humanitarian concerns.
South Korean authorities have arrested a Malaysian man in relation to a fatal stabbing that occurred during a brawl. The incident raises concerns about the safety of Malaysian nationals abroad.
Arab League chief Nabil Fahmy has appealed to US President Donald Trump to restrain Israeli government policies towards Palestinians, cautioning that regional tensions are rapidly approaching a critical breaking point.
A leading Middle Eastern studies scholar has defended Malaysia's longstanding refusal to establish diplomatic ties with Israel as a principled stance against genocide, rejecting claims that the position constitutes antisemitism.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has concluded he lacks the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should he visit the city, despite earlier considering the possibility.
Myanmar's military leader Min Aung Hlaing will visit Thailand next month for talks with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, marking part of Bangkok's effort to reintegrate the junta into ASEAN despite deep divisions among member states.
ASEAN foreign ministers held talks with 11 dialogue partners in Manila on Wednesday, focusing on energy security and the ongoing West Asia crisis. The US pledged US$1.5 billion in strategic investment while regional powers committed to maritime stability.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to diplomatic engagement with Iran, telling delegates at an ASEAN meeting in Manila that America remains open to negotiated solutions provided Tehran demonstrates genuine intent.
South Korea has disclosed a significant data breach at a government training academy affecting roughly 10,000 diplomat records. Authorities are investigating potential involvement of foreign state actors in the cyberattack.
ASEAN has appointed Malaysia as country coordinator for relations with Türkiye following the acceptance of the Turkish nation as a new Dialogue Partner. The decision was made at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila.
Four European nations—Sweden, Poland, Romania and Lithuania—have been admitted to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, reflecting growing international support for ASEAN's peace and cooperation agenda.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has congratulated Andy Burnham on his appointment as the United Kingdom's new prime minister, emphasizing the two nations' strategic partnership and opportunities for enhanced cooperation.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has sharply rejected comments from New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who indicated he was weighing whether to detain the Israeli leader during a forthcoming United Nations gathering.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's journey to New York for the World Cup final was disrupted by smoke from Canadian wildfires, forcing her to reschedule her flight from Cancún and travel overnight via military aircraft instead.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has indicated he is weighing options to potentially arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an upcoming UN summit, a stance that has drawn immediate criticism from Netanyahu's representatives.
Argentina's President Javier Milei has been blocked by Brazil's Supreme Court from visiting former leader Jair Bolsonaro, who remains confined to his home as part of ongoing legal proceedings.
Cambodia becomes founding signatory to World AI Cooperation Organisation. Indonesia targets 50 ethanol plants and national electric motorcycle production. Myanmar implements integrated coastal management strategy.
The Philippines will host ASEAN foreign ministers next week to discuss the way forward on Myanmar following recent engagement in Thailand. An extended informal consultation on the Five-Point Consensus will take place without Myanmar's participation.
The Philippines has condemned China Daily for releasing an AI-generated video portraying Filipinos as monkeys, calling it racist propaganda. Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the material exposed Beijing's moral bankruptcy and weakness.
France has reaffirmed its backing for the International Criminal Court, dismissing American assertions that the tribunal undermines national sovereignty. The statement comes as the US moves to limit the ICC's reach.
Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand's Anutin Chanvirakul will attend the World AI Conference 2026 in Shanghai on July 17, where analysts hope China may mediate their longstanding border dispute.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has extended birthday greetings to Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, using the occasion to underscore Malaysia's commitment to strengthening ties with its neighbouring sultanate across multiple sectors.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has completed his inaugural state visit to Malaysia, departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on July 15 after three days of high-level diplomatic engagements with Malaysian leadership.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared Malaysia will immediately deport any Israeli nationals discovered within the country, reaffirming the nation's longstanding policy of not recognising Israel.
Argentina's war veterans federation has urged soccer fans to keep the Falkland Islands sovereignty dispute separate from Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against England, warning against using the match as a platform for political claims.
Spain's government has formally apologised for a column by former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy that questioned whether France's soccer team contained actual French players, with Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares calling the remarks xenophobic and unrepresentative of Spanish values.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to using the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and diplomatic negotiations as the primary mechanisms for resolving maritime boundary disputes with neighbouring countries.
Princess Anne, King Charles III's sister, is visiting South Korea this week to commemorate the 75th anniversary of major Korean War battles and honour British and Commonwealth service members who fought in the 1950-53 conflict.
Singapore's President Halimah Yacob met with PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during a state visit to Kuala Lumpur, with the two leaders discussing bilateral relations and regional issues over a 40-minute meeting.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned of severe global consequences if military tensions in the Gulf escalate further, urging Iran and the United States to immediately resume diplomatic negotiations.
The Philippines, acting as ASEAN chair, will host an informal consultation between the bloc's foreign ministers and Myanmar's envoy in Bangkok on July 12, marking the first face-to-face engagement since the 2021 military coup.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and visiting Thai counterpart Anutin Charnvirakul delivered an impromptu musical performance at an official luncheon in Putrajaya, breaking protocol to sing Frank Sinatra's My Way.
Thailand's First Lady Thananon Charnvirakul toured Malaysia's administrative capital during a 45-minute cruise on Tasik Putrajaya, hosted by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.
Two improvised explosive devices detonated near French President Emmanuel Macron's hotel in Damascus on Tuesday, injuring at least 18 people. Macron, the first EU leader to visit Syria since 2010, remained unharmed at the presidential palace during bilateral talks.
Datuk Jailani Harun, a former journalist serving as diplomatic officer to UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, passed away at Hospital Serdang this morning at 11.34 am.
China's Wang Yi has cautioned US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to handle Taiwan affairs with extreme care, emphasizing that stable US-China relations serve mutual interests and the broader international community.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu will represent Malaysia at the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot has wrapped up a two-day working visit to Malaysia, expressing confidence in strengthening bilateral ties across trade, energy, and the halal sector amid growing economic partnerships.
Malaysia has assured Belgium that the South China Sea will remain open to maritime traffic, with Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof emphasizing ASEAN's commitment to regional peace and security.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dispatched congratulations to Chinese President Xi Jinping on the 105th anniversary of China's ruling party, underscoring Malaysia's commitment to deepening bilateral strategic cooperation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has apologised to Iran's government for his inability to attend the state funeral and farewell ceremonies for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, citing unavoidable official commitments.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's dedication to bolstering ASEAN as a cohesive and inclusive regional bloc capable of addressing its peoples' aspirations during talks with the ASEAN Secretary-General.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot will visit Malaysia this week to discuss renewable energy cooperation, rare earth elements, and the halal industry with Malaysian counterparts.