Malaysian prime minister urges stronger US stance on Gaza cease-fire
ISTANBUL (AA) – The Malaysian prime minister has urged the US to adopt a more forceful position in pushing for a cease-fire in Gaza, emphasizing the need for global powers to take decisive action to end the Israeli onslaught.
“Because of the lack of commitment of countries, particularly the US, which wields a lot of influence, there’s a dire need for them to use that influence to stop the atrocities,” Anwar Ibrahim said during a joint press conference in Kuala Lumpur with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
Anwar’s call for a stronger US response comes as Israel continues its attacks on Gaza, which have now also been expanded into the West Bank.
Despite a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire, Israeli attacks have escalated, resulting in the deaths of over 40,700 Palestinians, primarily women and children, and leaving more than 94,100 injured, according to local health sources.
Prime Minister Luxon, who is on a three-day visit to Malaysia to enhance defense, economic, and cultural ties, echoed Anwar’s sentiments.
“We both are very united in calling for an immediate cease-fire, getting the parties around the negotiating table, and finding a two-state solution,” Luxon said.
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