The use of B-1B bombers dispatched from America - instead of assets already deployed to the Middle East - demonstrates the reach of US power, says Carl Skadian, senior associate director at the Middle East Institute, NUS.
Former prime minister Najib Razak could be released from prison as early as August 2026, after his sentence for his role in the 1MDB corruption scandal was halved. Whatever the reasons for the decision, the political implications are vast, says ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute’s James Chai.
Former Transport Minister S Iswaran pleaded not guilty to multiple charges related to his dealings with tycoon Ong Beng Seng. It is important to note that he is innocent until proven guilty, says SMU associate professor of law Eugene K B Tan.
Former Transport Minister S Iswaran pleaded not guilty to multiple charges related to his dealings with tycoon Ong Beng Seng. It is important to note that he is innocent until proven guilty, says SMU associate professor of law Eugene K B Tan.
The effects of the strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen will likely ripple far and wide, but might not deter further Red Sea attacks, says Carl Skadian, senior associate director at the Middle East Institute, NUS.