Today's top Malaysian news, sport and lifestyle.
Thailand is hosting two informal meetings of ASEAN foreign ministers focused on Myanmar, with the Philippines chairing discussions aimed at advancing regional consensus on the crisis and supporting peace efforts.
Singapore's law enforcement joined a coordinated Interpol operation across 97 countries that arrested 5,811 suspects and recovered US$293 million in illicit funds between January and April, targeting sophisticated fraud schemes.
The Philippines is urging ASEAN to bolster defences around critical maritime corridors including the Strait of Malacca and South China Sea, warning that disruptions could destabilise regional economies and trigger global supply chain crises.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has reaffirmed that addressing violence and security challenges in Thailand's southern border provinces remain central to his government's agenda, pledging continued cooperation with Malaysia to foster peace and development.
Iran's military has warned that all US military installations across the Middle East will become legitimate targets for drone attacks if the United States continues breaching a ceasefire agreement, marking a sharp escalation in regional tensions.
Kuwait has unveiled a US$100 million emergency fund to finance repairs of infrastructure damaged during regional military tensions, marking a significant financial commitment to reconstruction.
China has intensified economic pressure on Japan over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Taiwan remarks, but the Trump administration has largely sidelined the issue despite Japan's urgent appeals, revealing strains in a critical US-Japan alliance.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia on July 9-10 to meet PM Anwar Ibrahim. Border security and regional economic partnerships are expected to headline the bilateral discussions.
Malaysia has partnered with Australian defence firm Rocket Technologies International to establish local rocket and missile manufacturing, strengthening sovereign defence capabilities and aligning with national defence industry policy.
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.
Malaysia is strengthening border security measures following a bomb blast in Thailand's Tak Bai district that wounded two Malaysian holidaymakers. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari stressed ongoing cooperation with Thai authorities and regional partners.
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.
Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will unveil his long-delayed defence investment strategy, prioritising advanced technologies including drones and autonomous systems to strengthen the nation's military capabilities.
Iran has escalated pressure on the United States to enforce an immediate Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories, positioning the issue as central to any sustainable regional agreement and stability framework.
Iran and Oman have held the first meeting of their Joint Hormuz Committee, focusing on the governance and future management of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz while respecting the sovereignty of littoral states.
Uganda is evacuating 746 of its nationals from South Africa following months of escalating xenophobic violence. The government will deploy special charter flights through Uganda Airlines, with operations beginning within days.
Japan's parliament has approved legislation to reorganise its Air Self-Defence Force, adding space operations capabilities and establishing a new command structure to address evolving security threats in the region.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has publicly endorsed Iran's ballistic missile programme during a state visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, asserting that such weapons were never part of the recently concluded US-Iran understanding.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi encountered vocal opposition at a World War II memorial event, with protesters expressing deep concern over Tokyo's evolving military posture and retreat from decades-old pacifist principles.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has completed his testimony in multiple corruption trials, according to the justice ministry. The milestone comes as he navigates mounting regional concerns over US-Iran diplomatic developments.
Malaysian authorities have intercepted over 650kg of cannabis buds at KLIA since January this year, leading to the arrest of 38 suspects—including foreign nationals—in a coordinated crackdown on international drug trafficking networks operating through the airport.
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The United States has deployed a military monitoring mechanism through CENTCOM to observe ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon in real time, coinciding with intensified diplomatic efforts to broker a lasting ceasefire and comprehensive peace agreement.
Iran said Monday that crucial agreements were reached during intensive talks in Switzerland, paving the way for final negotiations with the United States. Mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced a 60-day timeline for reaching a comprehensive peace deal.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf led a delegation out of Switzerland following marathon negotiations with the United States, with mediators reporting constructive progress and agreement on a structured pathway forward.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has arrived in Oman for talks on establishing a new management framework for the Strait of Hormuz, following recent negotiations with the United States in Switzerland.
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Malaysia and Bangladesh have pledged to activate a defence cooperation agreement covering military training, capacity-building, and joint peacekeeping operations. The two nations also aim to expand educational exchanges and tourism.
Iran and the United States have completed a draft agreement on temporarily easing sanctions against Iranian oil exports, negotiators said Sunday, with further provisions contingent on resolving the Lebanon conflict.
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Diplomats from Iran and the United States, along with Pakistani and Qatari mediators, have established specialized technical working groups at talks in Switzerland to hammer out the final terms of a comprehensive peace agreement within a 60-day timeframe.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Switzerland to engage in technical-level discussions between the United States and Iran seeking to de-escalate Middle East conflicts.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry says upcoming negotiations with the United States in Switzerland will centre on implementing a memorandum addressing ceasefire across all fronts, lifting oil sanctions, and releasing frozen Iranian assets.
Senior US officials including Vice President JD Vance held talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir in Switzerland, coinciding with resumed technical negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
A major study by Washington think tank CSIS finds that strategic elites in Japan and South Korea overwhelmingly reject nuclear weapons development. However, experts warn that if either nation reverses course, the other could quickly follow, creating significant regional instability.
Singapore police arrested three Malaysian men within six hours of their arrival, accusing them of collecting cash and gold from fraud victims and withdrawing illicit funds from ATMs on behalf of an organised scam network.
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The Royal Malaysian Air Force will receive its first two FA-50M light combat aircraft in October, accelerating the nation's military modernization amid regional security shifts and budget constraints.
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Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has called on Russia to maintain its participation in Asean-led forums and initiatives, signalling the city-state's diplomatic outreach as it prepares to assume the regional bloc's rotating chairmanship in 2027.
A 36-year-old Singapore driver has been charged with multiple offences after allegedly driving under the influence of methamphetamine and causing a crash that injured a taxi driver and passenger in Kallang.
Russia and ASEAN celebrated 35 years of diplomatic relations at a summit in Kazan, with President Putin emphasising their strategic partnership's stabilising role in Asia-Pacific amid geopolitical uncertainty.
The Malaysian Armed Forces and Indonesian National Armed Forces have conducted their largest joint combined exercise in Lampung, Indonesia, involving 719 personnel across land, sea and air domains. The 13-day operation emphasises humanitarian disaster relief and cybersecurity training.