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SNAPSHOT | UNHCR warns M'sia against returning refugees; 28 potential athletes identified for LA28

SNAPSHOT | UNHCR warns M'sia against returning refugees; 28 potential athletes identified for LA28

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Myanmar: Why Rohingya refugees can't return

Myanmar: Why Rohingya refugees can't return

As camps worsen, safe and dignified return remains increasingly out of reach.
Malaysia won't repatriate Myanmar refugees if lives at risk - minister

Malaysia won't repatriate Myanmar refugees if lives at risk - minister

Govt still assessing eligibility, criteria for proposed return of the 5,000.
COMMENT | Govt must hold to non-refoulement principle in addressing Rohingya refugees

COMMENT | Govt must hold to non-refoulement principle in addressing Rohingya refugees

They should not be returned to an environment where their lives, liberty, and rights are at risk.
SNAPSHOT | Charles appalled Rohingya being sent 'to die'; Pui Yi tells fans keep calm

SNAPSHOT | Charles appalled Rohingya being sent 'to die'; Pui Yi tells fans keep calm

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
SNAPSHOT | Myanmar has agreed to 'take back' 5k Rohingya refugees: Anwar

SNAPSHOT | Myanmar has agreed to 'take back' 5k Rohingya refugees: Anwar

What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
MP SPEAKS | Asean should not normalise relations with Myanmar's junta

MP SPEAKS | Asean should not normalise relations with Myanmar's junta

The junta shows contempt for Asean's efforts to resolve the crisis it caused.
Visit to Myanmar not a recognition of junta - Mohamad

Visit to Myanmar not a recognition of junta - Mohamad

PARLIAMENT | It is part of Asean's efforts to maintain communication in addressing country's crisis, foreign minister says.
'Stop genocide, help us return home', Rohingya group's plea to Anwar, Asean

'Stop genocide, help us return home', Rohingya group's plea to Anwar, Asean

Citizenship must be restored with safety and dignity, says Merhrom president.
LETTER | Bear trap: Rohingya crisis without easy exit for anyone

LETTER | Bear trap: Rohingya crisis without easy exit for anyone

It seems like all roads lead to a dead end.
Photojournalist Sai fighting for life behind bars in Myanmar - CPJ

Photojournalist Sai fighting for life behind bars in Myanmar - CPJ

He was sentenced in 2023 to 20 years in prison with hard labour.
COMMENT | The only difference between us and them is luck

COMMENT | The only difference between us and them is luck

Refugees continue to be ignored by the authorities after surviving harrowing journeys to Malaysia.
West Asia conflict fuels crisis, disrupting life from Vientiane to Yangon

West Asia conflict fuels crisis, disrupting life from Vientiane to Yangon

Govts implementing work from home, reducing school days.
Myanmar's opposition fears Asean betrayal

Myanmar's opposition fears Asean betrayal

Philippines envoy has quickly engaged several figures as part of plan to tackle crisis.
Malaysia's Asean chairmanship: Restraint over reform in year of crises

Malaysia's Asean chairmanship: Restraint over reform in year of crises

How did M'sia set the scene for the Philippines, deal with challenges?
Myanmar issue: Five-point consensus remains Asean's main guide - Tok Mat

Myanmar issue: Five-point consensus remains Asean's main guide - Tok Mat

Country told to end the brutality towards its people.
Asean has no consensus on Myanmar election results - Philippine official

Asean has no consensus on Myanmar election results - Philippine official

Theresa also mentions Myanmar has yet to announce its election results.
Why Myanmar election won't change Europe's mind on junta

Why Myanmar election won't change Europe's mind on junta

Outcome already a foregone conclusion.
Myanmar faces Rohingya genocide case: What to know

Myanmar faces Rohingya genocide case: What to know

The ICJ begins hearings in a landmark case.
Myanmar: An election with no real choice

Myanmar: An election with no real choice

Many opting out due to ongoing civil war.
On eve of polls, Myanmar govt brings message of hope

On eve of polls, Myanmar govt brings message of hope

Three-phase general election to take place from Dec 28, 2025, to Jan 25, 2026.
Myanmar: Rakhine state in dire straits as conflict rages on

Myanmar: Rakhine state in dire straits as conflict rages on

Region going through humanitarian catastrophe.
LETTER | MSF sharply condemns Myanmar hospital bombing, destruction

LETTER | MSF sharply condemns Myanmar hospital bombing, destruction

It was the deadliest attack on a health facility in Myanmar since 2021.
Trump govt ends Temporary Protected Status for Myanmar nationals in US

Trump govt ends Temporary Protected Status for Myanmar nationals in US

Situation in Myanmar has improved enough for citizens to return home, official says.