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A fire has destroyed about 1,000 wooden homes in a water village in Sabah, Malaysia. The blaze has displaced thousands of residents, mainly from low-income and indigenous communities. Strong winds and difficult access have hampered firefighting efforts. No fatalities have been reported, and relief efforts are ongoing.
Malaysia has publicly objected after Norway blocked delivery of the Naval Strike Missile system and launcher components for Malaysia’s littoral combat ships. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned the move could undermine trust in European defense suppliers; Malaysia is examining legal options and potential compensation after paying about 95% of the contract.