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‘I don’t care’: Trump indifferent on Iran’s World Cup future as conflict intensifies

As Middle East tensions escalate, questions arise over Iran’s ability to compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Analysts urge stronger safeguards for Anwar as Israel’s aggression escalates

Experts warn Malaysia’s pro-Palestine stance has raised its global profile, calling for tighter protection of national leaders and reinforced cyber and intelligence defences

Malaysia watching global risks closely: Treasury secretary-general

Datuk Johan Merican says ongoing conflicts, especially in the Middle East, could impact oil prices and inflation, but internal estimates show SST effect on CPI remains minimal for now 

Malaysia seeks new palm oil buyers amid Israel-Iran, Russia-Ukraine turmoil

Johari says conflicts have made key markets high-risk, prompting Malaysia to expand exports beyond its 80 existing trading partners

Anwar’s MH17 approach shows Malaysia won’t let tragedy be used for geopolitics: analyst

Raising the issue with Putin affirms Malaysia’s commitment to diplomacy and justice without being drawn into global power struggles

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Malaysia’s longest river bridge opens, linking Sebuyau and Maludam

The RM848.75 million Batang Lupar No. 1 Bridge marks a new era in Sarawak’s coastal connectivity, replacing decades-old ferry crossings

Solat Jumaat di pusat beli-belah: Zulkifli galak negeri lain turut serta

Menteri Agama Dr Zulkifli Hasan mengalu‑alukan negeri lain mencontohi Wilayah Persekutuan yang sudah mula laksana solat Jumaat di pusat beli‑belah, sambil merancang perluasan ke terminal, lapangan terbang dan R&R lebuh raya

Foreign workforce drops 13% as Malaysia pushes local hiring

Government maintains hiring freeze, prepares new levy system to curb dependency by 2030

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