Malaysia

Severe Natural Disasters Devastate South and Southeast Asia; Over 1,100 Dead in One Week

A series of storms, torrential rains, and landslides across several Asian countries has left more than 1,100 people dead, affected millions, and forced thousands of children out of school after widespread destruction of educational facilities.

Malaysian activists urge boycott of firms linked to Israeli settlements

Pro-Palestinian organizations in Malaysia have called on major domestic companies to stop doing business with their counterparts that support the Israeli regime.

Pakistan, Malaysia, condemn Israeli attack on Gaza flotilla

Malaysia, Pakistan, and the Maldives on Thursday joined the growing chorus of condemnation of Israel's attack on the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, calling for "immediate" release of illegally detained activists.

Malaysian PM condemns Israeli attacks on 6 countries

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Saturday condemned Israel's attacks on six countries.

Pro-Palestine protest erupts in Kuala Lumpur over Trump’s ASEAN visit

Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday to protest US President Donald Trump's visit to the ASEAN Summit.

Director of Iranian Seminaries stresses Eexpansion of Iran-Malaysia religious ties

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, Director of the Iranian Seminaries, called for the expansion and deepening of religious and cultural relations between Iran and Malaysia during a meeting with Dato’ Sri Dr. Mohammad Naeem bin Mukhtar, Malaysia’s Minister of Religious Affairs.

Islamic World League Chief, Director of Iran’s Seminaries call for unity among Muslim nations

Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdul Karim Al-Issa, Secretary General of the Islamic World League, in a meeting with Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, Director of Iran’s Seminaries, praised the progress of seminaries in various fields and underlined the importance of rapprochement between Islamic schools of thought and countries.

Malaysia renews call to suspend Israel’s UN membership, citing Gaza genocide

Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hassan has reiterated his country’s demand for the suspension of Israel’s membership in the United Nations and the imposition of comprehensive international sanctions, citing the regime’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza as a “genocidal war” against the Palestinian people.

Director of Iran’s Seminaries meets Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, Director of Iran’s Seminaries, met on Friday with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur. The Iranian delegation was accompanied by the country’s ambassador to Malaysia.

Director of Iran's Seminaries attends global conference of religious leaders in Malaysia

The Second International Conference of World Religious Leaders opened in Kuala Lumpur with the participation of Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, Director of Iran's Seminaries, alongside more than one thousand prominent religious figures from 54 countries.

Berjaya Food reports RM292 million loss amid starbucks boycott over Gaza war

Berjaya Food, the operator of Starbucks in Malaysia, has reported a net loss of RM292 million due to consumer backlash against the Gaza massacre.

Malaysia Contributes $50,000 to UN Fund to Combat Islamophobia

Thousands rally in Kuala Lumpur for Gaza

Thousands gathered at Kuala Lumpur’s Independence Square for the “My Malaysia with Gaza” rally.

Malaysian pilgrims visit Imam Reza Shrine

A group of 21 Malaysian pilgrims have paid a visit to Imam Reza Shrine in a special program arranged by Europe and Central Asia Desk of the Office for Foreign Pilgrims’ Affairs of Astan Quds Razavi during the last ten days of Safar. 

Call for Malaysian Mosques to Use Technology and Social Programs to Attract Tourists

The Islamic Tourism Centre of Malaysia, affiliated with the country’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has urged mosques to play a more active role in attracting tourists by utilizing technology and implementing social programs.

Over 30,000 Malaysians rally in Kuala Lumpur to protest Israeli aggression in Gaza

More than 30,000 Malaysians gathered at Merdeka Square in a powerful show of solidarity with Palestinians, demanding an end to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza and the immediate reopening of the Rafah crossing to allow humanitarian aid into the besieged enclave.

Malaysian PM backs Iran’s right to respond, urges justice in regional crisis

The Prime Minister of Malaysia, while supporting Iran’s right to respond to the Zionist regime’s attacks, emphasized the necessity for his country to adopt an independent and justice-oriented stance regarding regional developments.

AhlulBayt Assembly of Malaysia condemns US attack to Iran

AhlulBayt Assembly of Malaysia condemn US attack to Iran. 

Malaysia offers 5% housing discount to Indian Muslim buyers!

Penang state government in Malaysia announced a five per cent discount incentive for the Indian Muslim community for the purchase of residential and commercial units under the MADANI Home Ownership Campaign (MOC), which is effective from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026.

"Story of Colonialism" translation unveiled in Kuala Lumpur

Iran's cultural attaché in Malaysia Habib Reza Arzani as saying that, in conjunction with the Malaysian International Book Fair, the unveiling ceremony of the 12-volume translation of the "Story of Colonialism" series written by Mr. Mehdi Mirkiai was held at the Iranian Cultural Counselor's premises in Kuala Lumpur on May 29, 2025, with the participation of a group of cultural officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran and publishing directors.

Malaysia condemns Israeli atrocities, calls for ASEAN action on Gaza

Malaysia has condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, describing them as a reflection of "indifference and double standards" toward the plight of the Palestinian people.

Malay Translation of Saadi’s Golestan presented to Malaysia’s Buddhist Leader K. Sri Dhammaratana

On the eve of Saadi Shirazi Commemoration Day, the Cultural Attaché of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Malaysia met with the country’s Buddhist leader and presented him with a copy of the Malay translation of Saadi’s Golestan.

MAPIM condemns France’s threat of military action against Iran

The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organizations (MAPIM) has strongly condemned the recent statement made by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, threatening Iran with military action.