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Malaysia Says It Won’t Recognize Unilateral Sanctions on Supporters of Hamas

Malaysia Says It Won’t Recognize Unilateral Sanctions on Supporters of Hamas

By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar Ibrahim has again said that his government would resist any outside pressure to declare Hamas a terrorist organization.

US Has Pressured Malaysia to Shift Stance on Hamas, Anwar Says

US Has Pressured Malaysia to Shift Stance on Hamas, Anwar Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The country's pro-Hamas stance may be distasteful to many, but the U.S. is unlikely to expend significant diplomatic and political capital in order to change it.
How Is the Israel-Hamas War Being Framed in Central Asia?

How Is the Israel-Hamas War Being Framed in Central Asia?

By Colleen Wood
Journalists, influencers, and religious teachers are using social media to inform Central Asians about the Israel-Hamas war.

Thailand’s Overlooked ‘Misstep’ in the Israel-Gaza War

Thailand’s Overlooked ‘Misstep’ in the Israel-Gaza War

By Tita Sanglee
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's response to the hostage crisis has laid bare the lack of security and foreign policy expertise in his cabinet.

Thai Protesters Demand an End to Gaza Bombing

Thai Protesters Demand an End to Gaza Bombing

By Prem Singh Gill
While the Thai public may be sympathetic to the plight of the Palestinians, Bangkok has maintained a studiously neutral position on the Israel-Hamas war.

The Growing Significance of Malaysia and Indonesia’s Non-Recognition of Israel

The Growing Significance of Malaysia and Indonesia’s Non-Recognition of Israel

By Aiza Mohamad
With more Arab states choosing to normalize relations with Tel Aviv, Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur have emerged as prominent advocates for the Palestinian cause.

Malaysian PM to Raise Palestine Issue at Gulf-ASEAN Meeting

Malaysian PM to Raise Palestine Issue at Gulf-ASEAN Meeting

By Sebastian Strangio
The summit in Saudi Arabia comes at a time of growing global polarization over the Israel-Hamas war.
Protesters in Malaysia, Indonesia Come Out in Support of Palestine

Protesters in Malaysia, Indonesia Come Out in Support of Palestine

By Sebastian Strangio
While many Western leaders have expressed support for Israel, the balance of both public and elite opinion in Muslim-majority Southeast Asia is very much on the opposite side.

South Asian Countries Are Divided on Hamas Attacks

South Asian Countries Are Divided on Hamas Attacks

By Santosh Sharma Poudel
However, all of them expressed support for a two-state solution.

Death Toll of Thai Workers in Israel Attack Rises to 21

Death Toll of Thai Workers in Israel Attack Rises to 21

By Sebastian Strangio
Thai citizens make up a large number of the foreign nationals who were killed and taken hostage during last weekend's deadly attack.

How Southeast Asia Has Responded to the Israel-Hamas Conflict

How Southeast Asia Has Responded to the Israel-Hamas Conflict

By Sebastian Strangio
Unsurprisingly, the region's governments have been far from united in their responses to Hamas' surprise attack on southern Israel.
Vietnam, Israel Conclude Negotiations for Free Trade Pact

Vietnam, Israel Conclude Negotiations for Free Trade Pact

By Sebastian Strangio
The agreement, which will be signed later this year, coincides with the 30th anniversary of relations between the two countries.

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