Israel wants Iran’s attack ‘to deflect attention’ from Palestinians’ plight, Malaysia says

In a statement, released on Sunday, Mohamad said Malaysia “echoes the call by the United Nations secretary general for an immediate cessation and end of these hostilities”. “Any form of attack, offensive or defensive, will have consequences that, if it spirals out of control, will ultimately lead to the deaths of many more innocent[s],” he … Read more

Asean can add momentum to Australia’s call for US-China detente, ex-minister says

A congregation of Asean leaders in March could prove timely in providing an impetus to a detente between the United States and China called by a group of notable Australians, a former minister has said. Bob Carr, Australia’s former foreign minister, and 49 ex-statesmen and politicians as well as academics and advocates on Wednesday called … Read more

Can Japan’s ‘safe’ minister Yoko Kamikawa become PM as Kishida’s star wanes over funding scandal?

Local reports claim the group amassed some 500 million yen in a secret slush fund, and virtually every member has been implicated, with some political pundits suggesting it could even “collapse” under the weight of the bad publicity. Kishida has launched a task force to tackle the scandal in an attempt to restore support for … Read more

Indian Ambassador Met 8 Ex-Navy Men On Death Row In Qatar, 2 Appeal Hearings Held: MEA

MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said the Indian ambassador to Qatar was granted consular access to the convicted Navy veterans and met them on December 3. MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said the Indian ambassador met the convicted ex-Navy men on December 3 New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Thursday shared some crucial updates on … Read more