KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has expressed deep concern over the escalating military action and retaliatory strikes across the Middle East, underscoring the need to address the root causes of the conflict to achieve lasting peace. "Malaysia therefore reiterates the urgent need for immediate de-escalation, cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue. Any sustainable resolution must address the root causes of the conflict and be grounded in international law," she said on Thursday (March 26). She noted that calls for restraint made by Council members, including Malaysia, three weeks ago have yet to yield results. We commend the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Jordan for their restraint and for continuing to pursue a diplomatic solution to this conflict," she said.

Source: The Star March 26, 2026 14:30 UTC