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A prominent Middle Eastern studies scholar from Columbia University has defended Malaysia's longstanding refusal to establish diplomatic ties with Israel as a principled opposition to genocide rather than antisemitism.
Malaysia has formally restated its policy of not recognising Israel to the United States government, following diplomatic pressure from eight US Congressional members over the expulsion of an Israeli dual citizen.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that Malaysia will immediately deport any Israeli nationals found within its borders, reaffirming the country's longstanding policy of not recognising Israel.