I said 'yes' in the context of Israel's UN membership, says Anwar defending answers in CNN interview
The prime minister claims his words were taken out of context to score political points.
Why I support Anwar's position on Israel's right to exist
In war, might is right and we should be practical by siding with the mighty.
Do what's right for Palestine, says prominent thinker amid storm over Anwar's three yesses to CNN anchor
Chandra Muzaffar lists reasons for Israel's obsession with its right to exist and defend itself.
Anwar slammed for accepting Israel's right to exist, 'self-defence'
An opposition MP urges the prime minister to retract the statement, while a Palestinian academic schools him on how to correctly answer CNN's questions.
Does Israel have a right to exist and defend itself? Yes, says Anwar
The stance is likely to ignite reactions from pro-Palestinian groups and raise questions about the prime minister's commitment to Malaysia's policy of not recognising Israel.