Govt has backup plan if Malbatt has to retreat
Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled said for now the commitment continues like other countries that send their military personnel to Lebanon.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Six Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) members injured in Lebanon blast - MAF
The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) confirmed that six members of the Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) were injured in an explosion near Saida Stadium, Lebanon, today.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Israeli strike in Lebanon's Sidon injures four Malaysian personnel, Lebanese army says
An Israeli strike on the southern Lebanese city of Sidon killed three Lebanese citizens and wounded three Lebanese soldiers and four Malaysian personnel from UNIFIL forces, the Lebanese army says.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Malbatt 850-12 deployment to commence Nov 6 - Mohamed Khaled
The deployment of MALBATT for peacekeeping missions in South Lebanon will be carried out in stages.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Malbatt 850-12 troop rotation scheduled to start on Nov 6
Deputy Minister of Defence Adly Zahari says these personnel will undergo troop rotation within a year.
Thu Oct 24 2024
M'sia prepared to evacuate Malbatt from Lebanon if UN mandates - Mohamad
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan says Malaysia cannot withdraw its personnel unilaterally, the UN will coordinate a collective withdrawal.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Malaysian gov't wants families of its Embassy staff in Lebanon to return home
Wisma Putra said the decision was a pro-active step by the government to ensure the safety of all Malaysians there.
Mon Oct 16 2023
KD Mahawangsa completes resupply mission for MALBATT in Lebanon
The Royal Malaysian Navy's (RMN) vessel KD Mahawangsa has completed the Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) 850 resupply mission to Lebanon.
Thu Feb 09 2023
Delivery of 20 APCs to MALBATT will be completed by Q4 next year - Mindef
The delivery of 20 APCs for use by MALBATT 850 in Lebanon will be completed by the fourth quarter (Q4) of next year.
Thu Dec 15 2022
Armed Forces aim to procure additional assets for MALBATT's use - Affendi
MAF is planning to procure 15 three-ton trucks as well as 20 Fitted for Radio four-wheel-drive vehicles for MALBATT 850-9's use in Lebanon.
Tue Feb 22 2022
Malbatt 850-9 women make MAF history - Hishammuddin
Hishammuddin said Malbatt 850-9 was unique as it comprises 11 women officers and 75 others of various ranks out of a total of 854 personnel.
Thu Sep 30 2021
COVID-19: MALBATT peacekeeping mission in Lebanon to continue - Ismail Sabri
The Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) peacekeeping mission to Lebanon will continue even with the COVID-19 pandemic as it is the country's commitment to the United Nations (UN).
Wed Dec 23 2020
Peacekeeping mission: MALBATT 850-8 leaves for Lebanon
The troops were divided into four groups, where the first comprising 216 individuals led by MALBATT Commander Col Azudin Hassan left for Lebanon yesterday evening.
Fri Oct 02 2020
Beirut blast: MALBATT 850-7 ready to provide humanitarian, disaster relief
MALBATT 850-7 peacekeeping force is ready to provide HADR if the commitment is required by the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.
Thu Aug 06 2020
No MALBATT 850-7 personnel infected with COVID-19 - Defence Force Chief
MALBATT has also implemented standard operating procedures while performing duty besides promoting good hygiene practices.
Tue May 05 2020
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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024