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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye have sealed a landmark collective defence agreement, committing to treat attacks on any member as aggression against all three nations and deepening military cooperation.
Palestinian officials have condemned Israel's continued military operations in Gaza despite a ceasefire accord, describing it as merely words without substance and urging the UN Security Council to enforce the agreement's second phase.
The United States has advised its citizens to consider leaving West Asia as regional tensions between Washington and Iran intensify, warning of potential flight disruptions and targeting of American interests.
Iran's top security official has threatened to shut the Strait of Hormuz and other critical shipping lanes if the United States continues its maritime blockade, escalating tensions that could disrupt global energy markets and regional trade.
Iran and Oman are establishing operational mechanisms to govern maritime navigation through the critical Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced. The move comes amid escalating US-Iran tensions and efforts to implement a ceasefire deal.
Israeli artillery struck southern Syria's Quneitra province on Thursday, landing three shells near Tal al-Ahmar al-Sharqi with no reported casualties. The incident reflects escalating tensions since Assad's regime collapsed.
Oil prices fell about 5% Tuesday to their lowest in two weeks as a temporary pause in US-Iran hostilities fuelled hopes for diplomatic talks. However, major supply chokepoints remain disrupted.
Israel's continued withholding of more than US$5 billion in Palestinian tax revenues—comprising 68% of the Finance Ministry's income—has triggered a severe liquidity crisis threatening the Palestinian Authority's capacity to deliver public services.
Israeli forces attacked a Bedouin community near occupied East Jerusalem on Monday, injuring several Palestinians including women and elderly residents. Separately, troops seized a house under construction in the West Bank and attempted to seize livestock.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has ordered an investigation into Saudi Arabia's assertion that Iranian-aligned groups based in Iraq conducted drone strikes against Saudi territory, signalling Baghdad's intent to address regional tensions.
Arab League chief Nabil Fahmy has warned US President Donald Trump that the Middle East faces a critical breaking point, urging him to restrain Israeli policies toward Palestinians and revive stalled peace negotiations.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has signalled Washington's willingness to pursue diplomatic negotiations with Iran, though he cautioned that Tehran must demonstrate genuine commitment to talks.
Israeli military forces arrested more than 40 young Palestinian men during a raid on Tell in the northern West Bank, following an attack on an Israeli settlement that killed two soldiers.
A grassroots international convoy of over 500 activists, academics, and civil society representatives has departed France, heading overland toward the occupied West Bank to raise awareness of Palestinian humanitarian crisis and human rights violations.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Damascus on Saturday for the first visit by a UN chief since 2009, signalling a major thaw in Syria's international relations following the 2024 civil war conclusion.
The Palestinian presidency has condemned escalating violence by Israeli settlers and military forces in the West Bank, warning of potential regional destabilization and appealing to the international community for intervention.
Oil tankers are diverting through the Red Sea as Yemen's Houthi group intensifies maritime threats, including missile and drone attacks on Saudi-flagged vessels and warnings against Saudi port operations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated Malaysia's clear distinction between opposing Israeli government policies and bearing any prejudice against Jewish people, seeking to clarify the nation's longstanding position.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that Malaysia's refusal to allow Israeli citizens into the country reflects opposition to state oppression and occupation of Palestinians, not anti-Semitic bias, despite criticism from US lawmakers.
A major food security assessment warns that 1.4 million people in Gaza will endure acute hunger through December 2026, with nearly two-thirds of the population in crisis or worse conditions as aid funding dries up.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rebuffed pressure from eight US Democratic congressmen to lift Malaysia's long-standing ban on Israeli nationals entering the country, reiterating his government's commitment to Palestinian rights.
The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees faces a budget shortfall exceeding $100 million in 2026, jeopardizing core services for millions across five operational regions amid worsening humanitarian conditions.
ASEAN foreign ministers convene in Manila this week to confront mounting crises spanning the Middle East, Myanmar's civil conflict, and South China Sea tensions, with senior diplomats from the United States, China and Russia in attendance.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has declared that no oil, gas, or fertiliser shipments will transit the Strait of Hormuz without Iranian permission, following incidents involving four foreign vessels ignoring navigation protocols.
Jordan activated air-raid sirens Sunday after Iran launched missiles towards the coastal city of Aqaba, which Israeli and Jordanian forces reportedly intercepted. The incident marks the latest flashpoint in intensifying West Asian tensions.
The European Union and Gulf Cooperation Council have jointly rejected as unlawful any attempt by states to claim sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that freedom of navigation is guaranteed under international law.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps alleged that two oil tankers exploded after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing US intelligence of directing vessels into the minefield. The claim heightens concerns over this vital shipping corridor.
The United States military conducted a second round of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, targeting Iranian military assets in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, marking an escalation in recent tit-for-tat exchanges between Washington and Tehran.
Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy has declared that the Palestinian cause will remain central to the organization's agenda, calling for accountability for what he describes as genocide in Gaza and the West Bank.
Three oil tankers were targeted in separate incidents off Oman's coast on Tuesday, leaving three crew members missing and six injured. The attacks underscore mounting security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.
Democratic senators, led by Kirsten Gillibrand, have demanded the Trump administration publicly release findings from a Pentagon investigation into a US military strike on an Iranian girls' school on February 28, calling for disclosure within seven days.
Kuwait and Bahrain activated air defence systems early Wednesday following what authorities described as Iranian drone attacks, marking another escalation in volatile Gulf region tensions linked to US-Iran disputes.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has rejected US President Donald Trump's proposal to levy a 20% toll on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that Iran will remain the waterway's rightful guardian while offering fairer passage fees.
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has flatly rejected a New York Times report alleging that Israel's Mossad sought to recruit him for regime change efforts, describing the allegations as entirely false and accusing the newspaper of spreading misinformation.
The Philippines maintains active repatriation efforts for overseas Filipino workers from West Asia, though demand has declined from earlier peaks. Over 10,580 have returned safely this year.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu journeyed to Qatar to express condolences following the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, aged 74. Global leaders praised his transformative legacy.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned of severe regional and global consequences if military hostilities in the Gulf continue, appealing to Iran and the United States to immediately cease attacks and resume diplomatic negotiations.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has firmly rejected any possibility of Iraq withdrawing from OPEC, while pressing the cartel for a production quota that reflects the nation's capacity and interests.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed Malaysia's heartfelt condolences to Qatar following the death of former emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, 74, underscoring bilateral ties between the nations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed Malaysia's condolences to Qatar following the death of former Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, aged 74, praising his transformative leadership and diplomatic vision.
The US military has facilitated the safe passage of more than 800 commercial vessels and 380 million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz since early May, even as renewed hostilities between Washington and Tehran threaten regional stability.
Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem narrowly escaped an Israeli airstrike in Gaza on Thursday, though his bodyguard was killed in the strike. The incident underscores mounting tensions following ceasefire violations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is fast-tracking a slate of divisive bills through parliament before its dissolution, four months ahead of scheduled national elections, provoking sharp backlash from opposition parties.
Two bomb blasts in Damascus have wounded at least 18 people, including four police officers, during French President Emmanuel Macron's landmark visit to Syria—the first by an EU leader in over a decade.
A Palestinian government weekly report reveals Israeli military operations have destroyed more than 90 per cent of the Gaza Strip, with occupation forces controlling approximately 80 per cent of the territory as of early July.
Kuwait has established a $100 million emergency response fund to repair infrastructure damaged during recent regional conflict with Iran, signalling the Gulf nation's commitment to swift reconstruction.
President Trump expressed confidence that Iran denuclearisation discussions are progressing well, with US envoys conducting talks in Qatar as Washington pursues a diplomatic resolution to months of conflict.
Malaysia's Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu led a government delegation to Tehran to pay final respects to Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei at the Grand Mosalla, with mourning ceremonies continuing across multiple Iranian cities.
High-ranking officials from Iran and neighbouring countries gathered in Tehran on Friday to pay their final respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose death in February has triggered significant regional implications.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has designated Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu to represent Malaysia at the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed apologies to the Iranian government for his inability to attend the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died in February. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu will represent Malaysia instead.
The Palestinian government has reported that more than 3,376 administrative detainees are being held without charge or trial in Israeli prisons, alongside allegations of systematic torture, abuse, and denial of healthcare.