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Malaysia's call for global action against Israel principled and based on legal grounds, say experts

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's call for coordinated global action against Israel represents a bold and principled stance rooted in international law, sending a clear political message amid escalating violence in Gaza, experts say.

Israel's Gaza blockade causing severe humanitarian crisis, says Tok Mat

SEREMBAN: The ongoing blockade imposed by Israel in Gaza has severely restricted the delivery of humanitarian assistance, leading to critical shortages of food, clean water, medical supplies and fuel, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

Five Malaysians opt to remain in Iran 

REMBAU: Only five Malaysians, comprising four students and a businessman, have opted to remain in Iran, says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

Travellers urged to monitor changes in flight plans

PETALING JAYA: Local airlines will continue to be on alert and ready to make last minute adjustments to flight plans to keep their passengers safe following the rapidly-changing situation in the Mid­dle East.

‘Mideast airspace is closed’

SEPANG: There is no government directive to halt flights to the Middle East, but airspace in the region has already been closed, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Iran ready to halt military action if Israel stops attacks, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Iran is prepared to halt military actions and embrace peace, provided that Israel ceases its attacks on the sovereign territories of Palestine and Iran, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.  

No directive needed, Middle East airspace already closed, says Loke

SEPANG: There is no government directive to halt flights to the Middle East, but airlines cannot proceed as the airspace is already closed, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Trump says Iran-Israel ceasefire 'now in effect'

ANKARA (Bernama-Anadolu): United States (US) President Donald Trump announced early Tuesday (June 24) that a ceasefire between Iran and Israel is now in effect, urging both sides to adhere to the agreement, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.

MAS staying vigilant on Middle East situation, will revise flights if needed

PETALING JAYA: Any operational adjustments involving Middle East airspace, such as flight rerouting or suspensions, will be implemented if deemed necessary, says Malaysia Airlines.

Philippine Airlines cancels flights to Middle East

MANILA: Philippine Airlines (PAL) cancelled flights in the Middle East amid the increasing political tension between Israel and Iran.