4 stories across Malaysia, published in the last 3 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
Indonesia announced it is investigating reports that several of its citizens may have joined the Russian military and been deployed to fight in Ukraine. The government is looking into the allegations and has not yet confirmed the details.
German drone maker Quantum Systems entered the US market with assistance from CIA-linked investor In-Q-Tel, according to its co-CEO. This highlights the influence of US capital and networks on Europe's emerging defense industry.
Former US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's Kharg Island, which handles 90% of Iran's oil exports, is being 'blown to smithereens', but provided no further details. Such an attack would severely disrupt global energy trade and pressure Iran's economy.
North Korea's foreign ministry stated that the United States' hostile policy remains unchanged, and vowed to further strengthen its nuclear force as an absolute guarantee for defending its sovereignty.