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234 Malaysians detained on suspicion of Daesh involvement - Home Ministry

234 Malaysians detained on suspicion of Daesh involvement - Home Ministry

As of Feb 22, a total of 234 Malaysians suspected to be involved in the Daesh militant group have been detained by the Royal Malaysia Police.
Tue Mar 21 2017
Malaysia willing to share its expertise in combating terrorism - DPM

Malaysia willing to share its expertise in combating terrorism - DPM

Malaysia offered to share its experience and best practices in countering terrorism at the international level, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Wed Aug 10 2016
Rehabilitated terrorists can deradicalise extremists under POTA - Zahid

Rehabilitated terrorists can deradicalise extremists under POTA - Zahid

Ahmad Zahid said the method was one of four parts of the country's module for the deradicalisation and rehabilitation programme.
Mon Jan 25 2016
Those detained under POTA to wear electronic monitoring devices - Nur Jazlan

Those detained under POTA to wear electronic monitoring devices - Nur Jazlan

The home ministry plans to enforce the use of the electronic monitoring device (EMD) on those detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA).
Wed Dec 02 2015
No need to reinstate ISA, says IGP

No need to reinstate ISA, says IGP

The Prevention of Crime (Amendment and Extension) Act 2013, Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) and the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act (SOSMA) 2012 is sufficient to curb violent activities.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Prevention of Terrorism Act 2015 effective Sept 1

Prevention of Terrorism Act 2015 effective Sept 1

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced that the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2015 (POTA) officially comes into effect today, Sept 1.
Tue Sep 01 2015
Ex-IS Malaysians must be prepared to face law - Ahmad Zahid

Ex-IS Malaysians must be prepared to face law - Ahmad Zahid

Malaysians who joined the IS militant group in Syria and now wish to return home must be prepared to face the law, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Fri May 01 2015
SOSMA amendment bill passed by Dewan Rakyat

SOSMA amendment bill passed by Dewan Rakyat

The Security Offences (Special Measures) (Amendment) Bill 2015 was passed by the Dewan Rakyat on Wednesday.
Wed Apr 08 2015
No political motive in proposed Prevention of Terrorism Act - Najib

No political motive in proposed Prevention of Terrorism Act - Najib

Datuk Seri Najib Razak today gave the assurance that there is no political motive in the proposed Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA).
Wed Mar 25 2015
POTA is government's drastic measure to combat IS

POTA is government's drastic measure to combat IS

The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) is seen as a pro-active measure of the government in curbing the spread of the threat of the IS in the country.
Mon Mar 16 2015
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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