Trump's claim that Iran gave Hamas "orders" during the Gaza talks is denied by Iran

Trump’s claim that Iran gave Hamas “orders” during the Gaza talks is denied by Iran

On Tuesday, Iran denied any involvement in the negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza, following claims from US President Donald Trump that Tehran had given “orders” to the Palestinian group Hamas. During a visit to Scotland on Monday, Trump addressed reporters, stating that the Iranians had “interjected themselves in this last negotiation” between Israel and…

Malaysians are against the cost of living going up

Malaysians are against the cost of living going up

On Saturday, a significant number of Malaysians gathered in the capital to voice their concerns over escalating living costs and what they see as insufficient reforms from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s unity government. The protest orchestrated by opposition parties signifies the inaugural major demonstration in Southeast Asia’s sixth-largest economy following Anwar’s ascent to power after…

Saudi Arabia announces investments in Syria totaling $5.6 billion

Saudi Arabia announces investments in Syria totaling $5.6 billion

A delegation from Saudi Arabia visited Damascus on Wednesday, finalising investment and partnership agreements worth over $5 billion aimed at aiding the reconstruction of war-torn Syria, as announced by the oil-rich Gulf nation. Saudi Arabia has emerged as a significant supporter of the newly established Syrian government, which came to power after Islamist-led rebels ousted…

Clashes rage in the Druze region, as Syria struggles to enforce a ceasefire

Clashes rage in the Druze region, as Syria struggles to enforce a ceasefire

Sectarian clashes intensified in Syria’s predominantly Druze region of Sweida on Saturday, marked by the sound of machinegun fire and mortar shelling following days of violence, as the Islamist-led government faced challenges in enforcing a ceasefire. Gunfire was reported by Reuters reporters from within the city of Sweida, accompanied by observations of shells landing in…

After deadly sectarian fighting in the south, the Syrian president declares a ceasefire

After deadly sectarian fighting in the south, the Syrian president declares a ceasefire

The Syrian presidency has declared a “immediate ceasefire” in the southern city of Suweida, aiming to halt a week of sectarian violence that has resulted in hundreds of fatalities. Recent reports indicate that violent confrontations have erupted on urban streets, involving local Bedouin tribe members and the Druze community, with allegations of atrocities levied against…