IN BRIEF: Ulu Tiram Family Charged for Promoting IS Ideology
Malaysian authorities have charged five family members of the man who attacked the Ulu Tiram police station with promoting Islamic State (IS) ideology and inciting terrorism.
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FLASHPOINT: Iran-Israel Standoff: Navigating a No-Win Situation
Recent military exchanges between Israel and Iran heighten regional tensions and carry significant implications for global stability. Efforts towards de-escalation are critical to prevent wider conflict.
The Deep Dive: Shalom Avitan and Illicit Arms Trade in Malaysia's Periphery
Malaysian authorities arrested Shalom Avitan, an Israeli, on March 27 with six pistols and 200 rounds. Many believed he is an Israeli "spy," however Israeli reports suggest mob connections, hinting at a mission to assassinate a rival in Malaysia. Who is Shalom Avitan?