Malaysia & Kaja Kallas

Malaysia: Malaysia expressed relief at the 10% rate and will continue negotiations with the U.S.

Kaja Kallas: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas questioned the U.S. rationale, noting the EU's strong labor laws.

Malaysia: Malaysia is initiating legal proceedings against Israel>>> at the International — International Criminal Court over the alleged kidnapping and torture of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla. This action demonstrates Malaysia's commitment to the Palestinian cause and its diplomatic pressure for the liberation of Gaza.

Kaja Kallas: Kaja Kallas, the EU foreign policy chief, received a formal request from Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to discuss sanctions against Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Malaysia: Malaysia's Malaysia was virtually flat, indicating a neutral reaction in Asian markets.

Kaja Kallas: Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, expressed hope for the initialization of the US-Iran deal, emphasizing the need for the Strait of Hormuz to be open and the war to stop.