Flashpoints
FLASHPOINTS: Thailand-Cambodia Border Escalation - Regional Security Implications
Thailand-Cambodia border clashes escalated on 24 July 2025, killing 16 people and displacing 138,000 civilians. Fighting began after Thai soldiers were wounded by landmines, prompting mutual expulsion of ambassadors and complete border closure.
FLASHPOINTS: Iran-Israel Escalation - Implications for Malaysia's Strategic Interests
FLASHPOINTS: Signaling Through Violence - BRN's March 2025 Campaign in Southern Thailand
FLASHPOINTS: Syria's Next Chapter: Between Transformation and Turbulence
FLASHPOINTS: DNS Detour: Malaysia's Contentious Venture into Digital Governance
Malaysia's DNS redirection mandate sparked controversy over internet freedom and security. The policy risked cybersecurity vulnerabilities and internet fragmentation. Though rescinded, it highlights the challenge of balancing security with open internet access.
