Malaysia Resumes MH370 Search, Covers 15,000 Sq Km

Malaysia has officially resumed the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, following an agreement with exploration firm Ocean Infinity. The new search will target an area of approximately 15,000 square kilometers in the southern Indian Ocean under a 'no find, no fee' arrangement, whereby Ocean Infinity will receive $70 million only if the wreckage is found. Transport Minister Anthony Loke reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing closure for the families of the 239 people lost when the Boeing 777 disappeared in 2014. This renewed effort comes after previous searches, including those by Malaysia, Australia, and China, were unsuccessful. The government had initially agreed in principle to the proposal in December, and a ship was deployed to the search zone in late February 2025. The search contract is expected to span 18 months, offering hope for new leads in this aviation mystery.