Thousands protest in Malaysia urging Anwar’s resignation
Thousands rallied in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday demanding Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s resignation over rising living costs and unmet reform promises, Firstpost reported.
Chanting “Turun Anwar” (“Step Down Anwar”), protesters gathered at Independence Square. Police estimated at least 18,000 participants.
Anwar, in office since November 2022, has faced backlash for tax hikes and subsidy cuts seen as driving up prices. He recently announced cash aid and a fuel price cut to ease public concern, according to Firstpost.
Critics also accuse him of judicial interference and weak anti-corruption efforts—claims he denies. Former PM Mahathir Mohamad joined the protest, alleging misuse of power against political rivals.
Trump warns Europe over immigration during UK visit
US President Donald Trump on Saturday warned that uncontrolled immigration could “kill Europe,” urging leaders to take stronger action as he arrived in Scotland ahead of talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Reuters reported.
Trump said Europe risked losing its identity if migrant flows continued unchecked, calling it a “horrible invasion.” He contrasted this with recent US border crackdowns.
Starmer has echoed similar concerns, pushing for stricter immigration controls. France and the UK recently agreed on migrant return measures, while Italy has vowed not to become “Europe’s refugee camp.”
Trump is in Scotland to open a golf course and will return for a state visit to the UK in September, according to Reuters.
8 killed, 13 injured as terror attack rocks judicial center in Iran
At least eight people were killed and over 13 injured in a gun attack on a judiciary center in Zahedan, southeastern Iran, on Saturday. Iranian officials said five civilians and three attackers died after gunmen attempted to storm the building, according to Firstpost.
Security forces killed the assailants, and an investigation is underway. Iranian media called it a terrorist attack, and the jihadist group Jaish al-Adl reportedly claimed responsibility. Explosions and gunfire were reported near the site.
US to send tariff deal letters to nearly 200 countries
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will soon send nearly 200 letters to its trade partners, formalizing tariff agreements, according to Xinhua.
He described the letters as binding deals, stating that once sent, trading partners would be required to pay the agreed tariffs, which he said would remain minimal.
The move follows earlier warnings of import tariffs set to begin on August 1. However, the administration has recently softened its stance amid financial market concerns and inflation risks.
Several countries have strongly opposed the US’s unilateral tariff actions, Xinhua reported.
