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THE MERIDIAN: Bangladesh's ARSA Arrest, Malaysia's Humanitarian Diplomacy, and Thailand's Insurgency Challenge

Insurgency shapes this week's security landscape: ARSA leader arrested in Bangladesh, Malaysia accepts Palestinian "freedom fighters" amid controversy, violence persists in Thailand's south, and new research challenges "lone wolf" narratives.

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A major gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights damaged 190 homes and injured 145 people. Authorities are investigating potential negligence. The Selangor Menteri Besar promised action if negligence is confirmed.

IN BRIEF: Myanmar-Thailand Struck by Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake

IN BRIEF: Myanmar-Thailand Struck by Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar near Sagaing, causing widespread damage across Myanmar and Thailand. The junta has declared a state of emergency across six regions and requested international aid as the region contends with infrastructure damage and ongoing aftershocks.

THE MERIDIAN: Malaysia at the Crossroads of U.S.-China Tech Rivalry

THE MERIDIAN: Malaysia at the Crossroads of U.S.-China Tech Rivalry

Malaysia faces dual pressures: U.S. demands over Nvidia chip controls and MAHB cyberattack, while Trump administration struggles with fallout from Signal breach. Regional tensions heighten as Chinese hackers target Asian telecoms.