The Malaysian government has officially welcomed the two week ceasefire agreement reached between the United States and Iran, calling it a crucial step toward de-escalating tensions in West Asia. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed his deep appreciation to Pakistan and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for their tireless diplomatic efforts in mediating the truce. The Foreign Ministry urged all parties to respect the terms in good faith to prevent a return to hostilities that could jeopardize global energy security.
The Prime Minister emphasized that this window of opportunity should be used to transition the "ten point plan" into a comprehensive and lasting peace deal for the entire region, including Iraq, Lebanon, and Yemen. He also reiterated Malaysia's call for unimpeded humanitarian access to civilian populations affected by the conflict. The announcement has brought a sense of relief to the local administration, which has been closely monitoring the war's impact on national fuel supplies and economic stability.
In a separate statement, the Malaysian government also strongly condemned the provocative entry of an Israeli minister into the Al Aqsa Mosque compound on April 7. Malaysia described the act as a blatant violation of international law and a threat to regional peace. The government reaffirmed its steadfast solidarity with the Palestinian people and called on the international community to take concrete measures to protect Jerusalem's sacred sites.