Israel-Hamas war

Companies based in the two countries are part of an "illicit procurement network" that has been targeted by U.S. sanctions. 

The commitment is consistent with the city-state's long commitment to norms and rules supporting unimpeded global trade.

The Malaysian leader has long expressed strong, and at times contradictory, views on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

The ban singled out ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., Israel’s largest shipping company, which has been permitted to dock at Malaysia's ports since 2002.

Fikri Rofiul Haq, 24, who came to Gaza with an Indonesian charity, has remained behind in order to bear witness to the ongoing war.

Current conflicts offer a reminder to China and the U.S.: Arms do not deliver victory only through technological advantage but also through availability.

Beijing is contrasting its approach with Washington's in a bid to win favor from the Gulf states – while still treading cautiously.

For Southeast Asia's Muslims, support for Palestine is rooted in national identity.

Central Asian Islamists lack the capability to translate rhetoric into operational attacks, but they are capitalizing on the resumption of conflict in the Middle East to enhance recruitment and financing efforts.

Platforms for the Global South, like BRICS, have stepped up their rhetoric. But don’t overestimate what they can – and are willing to – do. 

The announcement came after 17 people were released over several days during the truce between Israel and Hamas.