Public health alert in Malaysia, global diplomacy in Ukraine, and economic defense in South Korea — all in this afternoon’s news.

Malaysia News: HFMD Surge Alarms Parents

Malaysia has recorded over 99,000 Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases this year — a sharp 266% spike. Selangor tops the infection chart. Authorities have shut down some schools for sanitization, and daycare centres are enforcing stricter checks. The Ministry of Health is urging parents to keep unwell children at home to contain further outbreaks.

International News: Zelensky’s Terms for Peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has drawn a firm line—he’ll only participate in the Turkey-hosted peace summit if Russian President Vladimir Putin is in attendance. Zelensky believes direct negotiation is essential for ending the war. U.S. and EU allies are preparing new sanctions should the summit fail.

Asia News: South Korea’s Tariff Defense

South Korea has announced a US$3.25 billion stimulus package to aid small and medium-sized businesses affected by U.S. tariffs. The aid includes logistics support, financial grants, and initiatives to boost export capacity, forming a core part of Korea’s wider economic defense strategy.

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