Mahathir submits resignation, 'quits' his party

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has announced his resignation, paving the way for a possible formation of a new government.

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Muslims should unite after Gen. Soleimani’s assassination: Malaysian PM

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Tuesday that Muslim countries should unite to protect themselves against external threats, describing the U.S. assassination of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani as immoral.

Iran has continued to progress despite sanctions: Mahathir Mohamad

TEHRAN - Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Friday that Iran has continued to progress and develop despite sanctions.

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Malaysia accepts Iran’s cryptocurrency proposal

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has accepted Iran’s proposal on using cryptocurrency as an alternative to the United States’ dollar.

Mahathir Mohamad: Malaysia thriving to re-boost trade ties with Iran

Rouhani: Cooperation among Muslim states key to resist U.S. pressure

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has underlined the need for cooperation among Muslim countries to fend off pressures by big powers, particularly the U.S., Press TV reported.

President says U.S. sanctions on Iran will not be permanent

Countries seek to have close ties with Iran: Rouhani

TEHRAN – President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that despite pressure by America countries around the world are seeking to establish close relationship with Iran.

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Malaysian PM calls U.S. sanctions on Iran a ‘form of dictatorship’

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has said that Washington’s sanctions against Iran are a “form of dictatorship”.

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Malaysia says U.S. sanctions against Iran are against law

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Sunday that the United States’ sanctions against Iran are unlawful.