An opposition MP today asserted that the government has a moral obligation not to invite United States President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur.Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Malaysians’ struggle to liberate Palestine was far more important than any economic justification for Trump’s visit to Malaysia.“We have a moral choice and obligation not to invite Trump. If the government’s reasoning is economic, and if that logic holds, then invite (Israel Prime Minister) Benjamin Netanyahu to the Asean Summit as well," he said.

An opposition MP today asserted that the government has a moral obligation not to invite United States President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur.Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Malaysians’ struggle to liberate Palestine was far more important than any economic justification for Trump’s visit to Malaysia.“We have a moral choice and obligation not to invite Trump. If the government’s reasoning is economic, and if that logic holds, then invite (Israel Prime Minister) Benjamin Netanyahu to the Asean Summit as well," he said.

'If you think you can criticise Trump, invite Netanyahu too' - Wan Fayhsal

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] The Foreign Ministry has told Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) not to "be more Hamas than Hamas itself".This came after the Bersatu leader kept pressing Putrajaya to cancel Malaysia's invitation to US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur."Hamas has accepted the 20-point (peace) plan proposed by Trump. This is Hamas. So why don't we help and support this position? Do not be like what we call... be more Hamas than Hamas," said Deputy Foreign Minister Mohamad Alamin in the Dewan Rakyat.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has announced the dissolution of the state legislative assembly, paving the way for the 17th state election.The announcement was made during a ceremony with Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) elected representatives at the Banquet Hall, Level 3, Menara Kinabalu this afternoon.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] The Foreign Ministry has told Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) not to "be more Hamas than Hamas itself".This came after the Bersatu leader kept pressing Putrajaya to cancel Malaysia's invitation to US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur."Hamas has accepted the 20-point (peace) plan proposed by Trump. This is Hamas. So why don't we help and support this position? Do not be like what we call... be more Hamas than Hamas," said Deputy Foreign Minister Mohamad Alamin in the Dewan Rakyat.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has announced the dissolution of the state legislative assembly, paving the way for the 17th state election.The announcement was made during a ceremony with Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) elected representatives at the Banquet Hall, Level 3, Menara Kinabalu this afternoon.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 'Don't be more Hamas than Hamas' - Foreign Ministry tells MP; Sabah assembly dissolved

A group of parliamentarians lobbying for a halt to the execution of Pannir Selvam Pranthaman in Singapore has called on Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and local authorities to confirm the status of a related investigation here.Group spokesperson Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh revealed that the death row inmate, whose execution is scheduled to take place on Oct 8, has provided crucial information that could expose a cross-border drug trafficking network between Malaysia and Singapore

A group of parliamentarians lobbying for a halt to the execution of Pannir Selvam Pranthaman in Singapore has called on Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and local authorities to confirm the status of a related investigation here.Group spokesperson Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh revealed that the death row inmate, whose execution is scheduled to take place on Oct 8, has provided crucial information that could expose a cross-border drug trafficking network between Malaysia and Singapore

[Full video] MPs urge Saifuddin, cops to confirm status of probe linked to Pannir

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has defended Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing amid the backlash over the serving of alcohol at a tourism industry gala dinner he attended.Lim said the outrage was manufactured and hypocritical.“Tiong approved this initiative to reduce government spending. It was a practical, transparent, and cost-saving decision. To claim otherwise is to ignore the real challenges of managing a global tourism industry,” he said.

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has defended Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing amid the backlash over the serving of alcohol at a tourism industry gala dinner he attended.Lim said the outrage was manufactured and hypocritical.“Tiong approved this initiative to reduce government spending. It was a practical, transparent, and cost-saving decision. To claim otherwise is to ignore the real challenges of managing a global tourism industry,” he said.

Lip Eng defends Tiong, says it was a practical, transparent and cost-saving decision

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has announced the dissolution of the state legislative assembly, paving the way for the 17th state election.The announcement was made during a ceremony with Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) elected representatives at the Banquet Hall, Level 3, Menara Kinabalu this afternoon.

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has announced the dissolution of the state legislative assembly, paving the way for the 17th state election.The announcement was made during a ceremony with Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) elected representatives at the Banquet Hall, Level 3, Menara Kinabalu this afternoon.

[Full Video] Hajiji announces dissolution of Sabah state assembly

PAS has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to fire Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing over the serving of alcoholic beverages at the Global Travel Meet function.The party’s information chief, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, said the minister’s explanation that the event was an “industry and private sector initiative” was unreasonable.

PAS has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to fire Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing over the serving of alcoholic beverages at the Global Travel Meet function.The party’s information chief, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, said the minister’s explanation that the event was an “industry and private sector initiative” was unreasonable.

PAS urges Anwar to sack Tiong over alcohol at event

Full video of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's joint press conference with Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AM2pripgb/

Full video of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's joint press conference with Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AM2pripgb/

[Full Video] PM Anwar Ibrahim holds joint press conference with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said clashed with Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Baru) in the Dewan Rakyat this morning.The confrontation occurred after Takiyuddin cited several cases and asked a follow-up question about the integrity of the Attorney-General's Chambers.

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said clashed with Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Baru) in the Dewan Rakyat this morning.The confrontation occurred after Takiyuddin cited several cases and asked a follow-up question about the integrity of the Attorney-General's Chambers.

Takiyuddin clashes with Azalina in Dewan Rakyat over integrity in AGC

Some of the 23 Malaysian volunteers detained during the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) mission to Gaza claimed they were slapped, had their hair pulled, and were served “animal food” while in Israeli custody.One of their lawyers, Fahmi Abd Moin, said they conveyed their experience during a “casual conversation” with the group in Istanbul, Turkiye.

Some of the 23 Malaysian volunteers detained during the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) mission to Gaza claimed they were slapped, had their hair pulled, and were served “animal food” while in Israeli custody.One of their lawyers, Fahmi Abd Moin, said they conveyed their experience during a “casual conversation” with the group in Istanbul, Turkiye.

Flotilla volunteers detail abuse while in Israeli custody

The Foreign Ministry today told Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal not to "be more Hamas than Hamas itself".This came after the Bersatu leader kept pressing Putrajaya to cancel Malaysia's invitation to US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur.

The Foreign Ministry today told Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal not to "be more Hamas than Hamas itself".This came after the Bersatu leader kept pressing Putrajaya to cancel Malaysia's invitation to US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur.

'Don't be more Hamas than Hamas' - deputy minister responds to Wan Fayhsal

The Dewan Rakyat can approve bills without going through parliamentary special select committees (PSSCs), said its speaker Johari Abdul.Addressing the august house this morning, he said PSSCs are not part of the process to approve bills but instead serve only as a platform for ministries to get early feedback on proposed laws.While Johari did not refer to a specific bill, he was believed to be addressing criticism of several bills being allowed to proceed to the second reading stage without being scrutinised by relevant PSSCs.They include the Urban Renewal Bill 2025, which is widely known as the URA, and the Government Procurement Bill 2025.

The Dewan Rakyat can approve bills without going through parliamentary special select committees (PSSCs), said its speaker Johari Abdul.Addressing the august house this morning, he said PSSCs are not part of the process to approve bills but instead serve only as a platform for ministries to get early feedback on proposed laws.While Johari did not refer to a specific bill, he was believed to be addressing criticism of several bills being allowed to proceed to the second reading stage without being scrutinised by relevant PSSCs.They include the Urban Renewal Bill 2025, which is widely known as the URA, and the Government Procurement Bill 2025.

PSSC is not part of the process to pass a bill, says speaker

Heavy rain in Kuala Lumpur this afternoon did not deter hundreds from joining an anti-Israel rally organised by the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (Mapim).The protest, which began after Friday prayers outside the Tabung Haji building, turned tense when some participants pushed against police officers who had set up a barricade leading to the US Embassy.Several media members covering the event were caught in the middle of the scuffle, a trainee journalist from KiniTV and a journalist from a Chinese-language media outlet fell during the incident.

Heavy rain in Kuala Lumpur this afternoon did not deter hundreds from joining an anti-Israel rally organised by the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (Mapim).The protest, which began after Friday prayers outside the Tabung Haji building, turned tense when some participants pushed against police officers who had set up a barricade leading to the US Embassy.Several media members covering the event were caught in the middle of the scuffle, a trainee journalist from KiniTV and a journalist from a Chinese-language media outlet fell during the incident.

Tensions rise at anti-Israel protest as crowd confronts police

Full press conference by Sumud Nusantara Command Centre (SNCC) Director-General Sani Araby Abdul Alim on the latest developments regarding the arrest of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists, as of 4pm, 3 October 2025.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/1365366655167281

Full press conference by Sumud Nusantara Command Centre (SNCC) Director-General Sani Araby Abdul Alim on the latest developments regarding the arrest of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists, as of 4pm, 3 October 2025.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/1365366655167281

[Full Video] Update as of 4pm on Malaysians detained by Israel

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has slammed Israel’s labelling of Global Sumud Flotilla activists as terrorists. Anwar pointed out that GSF’s voyage to Gaza was a humanitarian mission aimed at helping the Palestinian people and they had no weapons.He said this when asked for comments on Israel’s Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir accusing GSF activists detained by the regime of being terrorists.Meanwhile, in a separate story, heavy rain didn't deter the public from joining an anti-Israel rally organised by the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (Mapim) today.The protest began after Friday prayers outside the Tabung Haji building, where several speakers addressed the crowd before they marched together to the United States embassy.__________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has slammed Israel’s labelling of Global Sumud Flotilla activists as terrorists. Anwar pointed out that GSF’s voyage to Gaza was a humanitarian mission aimed at helping the Palestinian people and they had no weapons.He said this when asked for comments on Israel’s Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir accusing GSF activists detained by the regime of being terrorists.Meanwhile, in a separate story, heavy rain didn't deter the public from joining an anti-Israel rally organised by the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (Mapim) today.The protest began after Friday prayers outside the Tabung Haji building, where several speakers addressed the crowd before they marched together to the United States embassy.__________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar slams Israel's labelling of GSF activists as terrorists; Protest at US embassy

Perikatan Nasional secretary-general Azmin Ali called on the government to withdraw its invitation for US President Donald Trump to attend the upcoming Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur.Azmin said it is unacceptable for the government “to roll out the red carpet” for Trump in light of the detention of Malaysian citizens who are part of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF).

Perikatan Nasional secretary-general Azmin Ali called on the government to withdraw its invitation for US President Donald Trump to attend the upcoming Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur.Azmin said it is unacceptable for the government “to roll out the red carpet” for Trump in light of the detention of Malaysian citizens who are part of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF).

Azmin tells govt to withdraw invitation to Trump

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has come forward to back the police’s action during an anti-Israel rally yesterday, which resulted in a commotion and injury.While expressing solidarity with the plight of the Palestinians, he condemned the actions of certain “irresponsible parties” who had attempted to obstruct the police from carrying out their duties during the rally.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has come forward to back the police’s action during an anti-Israel rally yesterday, which resulted in a commotion and injury.While expressing solidarity with the plight of the Palestinians, he condemned the actions of certain “irresponsible parties” who had attempted to obstruct the police from carrying out their duties during the rally.

Saifuddin defends police, condemns irresponsible parties for commotion at rally

Hundreds of people, believed to be from Ultras Malaya gathered outside the US embassy last night to show solidarity with the Global Sumud Flotilla.The group was seen chanting and lighting flares on videos of the protest on social media.

Hundreds of people, believed to be from Ultras Malaya gathered outside the US embassy last night to show solidarity with the Global Sumud Flotilla.The group was seen chanting and lighting flares on videos of the protest on social media.

Ultras Malaya gather outside US Embassy in protest against Israel

The international organisation, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC), said Thursday that 11 more ships are sailing toward the Gaza Strip to challenge a year-long Israeli blockade.The FFC reportedly said that two boats flying Italian and French flags left Otranto, Italy, on Sept 25, and were joined by the vessel Conscience on Sept 30.The vessels are expected to rendezvous with another eight-boat convoy, “Thousand Madleens to Gaza.”

The international organisation, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC), said Thursday that 11 more ships are sailing toward the Gaza Strip to challenge a year-long Israeli blockade.The FFC reportedly said that two boats flying Italian and French flags left Otranto, Italy, on Sept 25, and were joined by the vessel Conscience on Sept 30.The vessels are expected to rendezvous with another eight-boat convoy, “Thousand Madleens to Gaza.”

11 more ships on their way to Gaza

Warisan president Shafie Apdal said he was not surprised by Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) and Sabah Progressive Party’s (SAPP) plans to exit the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition.Describing the move as expected, Shafie, however stressed that he was more concerned about keeping Sabahans united rather than tracking Star’s political manoeuvres.

Warisan president Shafie Apdal said he was not surprised by Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) and Sabah Progressive Party’s (SAPP) plans to exit the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition.Describing the move as expected, Shafie, however stressed that he was more concerned about keeping Sabahans united rather than tracking Star’s political manoeuvres.

They already told me last year, says Shafie on Star, SAPP's exit from GRS

The aide to Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Jeffrey Kitingan, implicated in the ongoing mining corruption scandal, has denied any involvement in the controversy.Rizal Johari, who serves as Kitingan’s private secretary, rejected allegations of corruption and described the latest video of him speaking with businessperson Albert Tei as part of a campaign to ruin the image of state leaders.Rizal claimed the footage was “deliberately staged”, with repeated references to money intended to create a false impression of corrupt dealings.

The aide to Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Jeffrey Kitingan, implicated in the ongoing mining corruption scandal, has denied any involvement in the controversy.Rizal Johari, who serves as Kitingan’s private secretary, rejected allegations of corruption and described the latest video of him speaking with businessperson Albert Tei as part of a campaign to ruin the image of state leaders.Rizal claimed the footage was “deliberately staged”, with repeated references to money intended to create a false impression of corrupt dealings.

Kitingan's aide denies graft claims, says video was deliberately staged

An anti-Israel protest outside the United States embassy in Kuala Lumpur has drawn thousands of participants since this morning, with politicians from across the divide joining the demonstration.There was also a march involving various groups, which began at around 4pm near the Lembaga Tabung Haji building, before ending in front of the embassy.Speakers condemned Israel for intercepting and detaining Gaza-bound activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), and demanded their release.

An anti-Israel protest outside the United States embassy in Kuala Lumpur has drawn thousands of participants since this morning, with politicians from across the divide joining the demonstration.There was also a march involving various groups, which began at around 4pm near the Lembaga Tabung Haji building, before ending in front of the embassy.Speakers condemned Israel for intercepting and detaining Gaza-bound activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), and demanded their release.

Thousands protest at US Embassy after Israel detains GSF activists

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for foreign intervention and action to secure the release of all activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla.In a video posted on his Facebook page, Anwar said he had been in contact with several leaders since being informed that several Malaysians had been detained.He also stressed that Malaysia will not remain silent when the rights and dignity of its people are being violated and trampled upon.Meanwhile, in a seperate story, an anti-Israel protest in front of the United States Embassy in Kuala Lumpur turned chaotic following tensions between the police and participants after the latter blocked entry and exit routes to the building.The demonstration, organised by an NGO, was held to protest the detention of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists by Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) this morning.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for foreign intervention and action to secure the release of all activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla.In a video posted on his Facebook page, Anwar said he had been in contact with several leaders since being informed that several Malaysians had been detained.He also stressed that Malaysia will not remain silent when the rights and dignity of its people are being violated and trampled upon.Meanwhile, in a seperate story, an anti-Israel protest in front of the United States Embassy in Kuala Lumpur turned chaotic following tensions between the police and participants after the latter blocked entry and exit routes to the building.The demonstration, organised by an NGO, was held to protest the detention of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists by Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) this morning.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar urges intervention for release of GSF activists; Tempers flare outside US embassy

With Bersatu seemingly embroiled in a power struggle, its vice-president Ahmad Faizal Azumu cryptically said that party president Muhyiddin Yassin is not averse to making “major decisions.”Extolling Muhyiddin’s vast experience, he also said that despite being a young party, Bersatu would prevail amid the challenges faced.

With Bersatu seemingly embroiled in a power struggle, its vice-president Ahmad Faizal Azumu cryptically said that party president Muhyiddin Yassin is not averse to making “major decisions.”Extolling Muhyiddin’s vast experience, he also said that despite being a young party, Bersatu would prevail amid the challenges faced.

Muhyiddin capable of making 'major decisions', says Peja

A demonstration was held outside the United States Embassy in Kuala Lumpur this morning to protest the detention of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF).About 40 people turned up for the protest outside the US embassy, gathering around 12pm to demand the release of the activists.

A demonstration was held outside the United States Embassy in Kuala Lumpur this morning to protest the detention of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF).About 40 people turned up for the protest outside the US embassy, gathering around 12pm to demand the release of the activists.

Protest held outside US Embassy over detention of GSF activists

The Israeli Foreign Ministry said it will deport the activists captured from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) soon.Referring to the activists as “Hamas-Sumud passengers”, the ministry also said those captured are safe, in good health, and headed to Israel.

The Israeli Foreign Ministry said it will deport the activists captured from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) soon.Referring to the activists as “Hamas-Sumud passengers”, the ministry also said those captured are safe, in good health, and headed to Israel.

Israel to deport activists captured from Global Sumud Flotilla

PAS has welcomed a police investigation into a post by its Terengganu chapter that featured an incorrect version of the Jalur Gemilang, asserting that an apology alone is insufficient for such mistakes.Party secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the party supported a transparent, fair, and firm probe to ensure that such insensitivity, negligence, or errors are not repeated.Takiyuddin highlighted that Terengganu PAS made a public apology and immediately corrected the mistake but said he agreed that an apology alone, without stricter action, should not be normalised as a solution for such mistakes.

PAS has welcomed a police investigation into a post by its Terengganu chapter that featured an incorrect version of the Jalur Gemilang, asserting that an apology alone is insufficient for such mistakes.Party secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the party supported a transparent, fair, and firm probe to ensure that such insensitivity, negligence, or errors are not repeated.Takiyuddin highlighted that Terengganu PAS made a public apology and immediately corrected the mistake but said he agreed that an apology alone, without stricter action, should not be normalised as a solution for such mistakes.

PAS welcomes probe on flag error, agrees apology alone is not enough