ESSZone curfew order to be reviewed, areas to be scaled down - IGP
The implementation of the curfew order in the waters of the seven districts in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone) will be reviewed and the areas will be scaled down from time to time
Tue May 16 2023
Curfew in ESSZone waters extended until Oct 7
Idris Abdullah said the curfew from 6 pm to 6 am involved the waters of Beluran, Sandakan, Kinabatangan, Lahad Datu, Kunak, Semporna and Tawau.
Wed Sep 21 2022
Gov't committed to enhancing security in ESSZone - Annuar
The government will continue to improve security levels in the ESSZone in line with the government's efforts to protect the country's sovereignty, said Tan Sri Annuar Musa.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Residents feel more secure with ESSCom's presence
Residents living around the ESSZone believe the peaceful situation will continue with the presence of the ESSCom.
Sun Jul 31 2022
Curfew only involves waters off ESSZone - Sabah police
Sabah police today stressed that the extension of the curfew from 6 pm to 6 am until May 25 only involves the waters off seven districts in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone).
Wed May 11 2022
ESSZone curfew extended until May 30
Curfew in the waters of seven districts in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone) which ended today has been extended to May 30.
Fri May 14 2021
Abu Sayaff sub-commander Apo Mike shot dead
Abu Sayyaf sub-commander Apo Mike was shot dead by Philippine security forces on Saturday.
Sun Mar 21 2021
Almost 7,000 illegal immigrants in Sabah deported since October 2020 - Hamzah
Hamzah said deportations were carried out without compromise on foreigners who entered and stayed in the country illegally.
Tue Mar 09 2021
Curfew in waters off ESSZone extended until Feb 14
Hazani said those living in the area are prohibited from approaching or being in the waters off the seven districts between 6 pm and 6 am.
Fri Jan 29 2021
MAF to deploy assets, platoons to ESSZone
The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) will deploy two platoons and 18 boats to strengthen security in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone).
Thu Oct 22 2020
Curfew in ESSZOne extended to Nov 1
The curfew has been extended to ensure the affected areas would not be encroached by terrorists, which could threaten the security.
Fri Oct 16 2020
ESSZone curfew extended to Oct 17
The curfew in the waters off seven districts in the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone), scheduled to end tomorrow, has been extended to Oct 17.
Thu Oct 01 2020
Sabah east coast safe, under control - ESSCom commander
The Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone) is safe and under control, Commander of the Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCom) Datuk Ahmad Fuad Othman said.
Mon Sep 21 2020
Four monitoring teams in ESSZone for Sabah polls
Ahmad Fuad said the people in Sabah especially in the east coast should not fear going out to vote.
Sat Sep 19 2020
ESSCom activates special operation in three ESSZone districts
The Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCom) has activated the Illegals Prevention Operation (OCP) from today in three Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESSZone) districts to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Fri Sep 18 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024