Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urges Malaysians to draw lessons from the Middle East conflict and strengthen domestic unity to safeguard national interests
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysians to learn from the ongoing Middle East conflict and the suffering in Gaza by strengthening national unity.
He said Malaysia must remain united across political, racial and religious lines to uphold the rule of law amid uncertain global geopolitics.
“This is not merely about siding with any major power, but about defending principles, justice and sovereignty,” he said in an address to the Felda community.
Anwar stated that a small nation like Malaysia must stand firm through the strength of its people’s unity during difficult times.
He highlighted the decades of brutality endured by the Palestinian people, including land seizure and the destruction of hospitals and schools.
“That is why, during this month of Ramadan, we should reflect on the plight of the ummah and why we must strengthen unity and purify ourselves and our nation,” he said.
The Prime Minister urged Malaysians to use their blessings wisely by safeguarding national institutions without facing daily destruction.
His remarks follow recent regional tensions, including airstrikes launched by Israel and the United States on targets in Iran last month.
Iran subsequently responded by targeting US military bases in several Arab countries, leading to widespread airspace restrictions.
