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Pro-Palestine Protests Surge in Malaysia Before Trump Visit

10/9/2025

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Pro-Palestine protests in Malaysia escalate ahead of President Trump's visit, demanding cancellation of the invitation.
Police intervened against activists outside the United States embassy and disrupted activity at Universiti Malaya.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government faces criticism for shifts toward Israel, diverging from Malaysia's history.
Indonesia moves closer to Israel, allowing Israeli athletes to compete, raising concerns about policy shifts.

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Pro-Palestine protests in Malaysia escalate ahead of President Trump's visit, demanding cancellation of the invitation.
Police intervened against activists outside the United States embassy and disrupted activity at Universiti Malaya.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government faces criticism for shifts toward Israel, diverging from Malaysia's history.
Indonesia moves closer to Israel, allowing Israeli athletes to compete, raising concerns about policy shifts.