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
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
UN peacekeeping force says Israel informed it of planned Lebanon incursions
UNIFIL said in a statement that despite the developments in Lebanon, peacekeepers remained in position.
Tue Oct 01 2024
UNIFIL warns of 'devastating consequences' for region in case of further escalation in Southern Lebanon
The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL) warned of "far-reaching and devastating consequences" if Israel's attacks escalate.
Tue Sep 24 2024
UN peacekeeping mission says Lebanon and Israel do not want war
UNIFIL has said that Israel and Lebanon do not want war following an exchange of fire between the two neighbours.
Fri Apr 07 2023
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
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 Malaysian soldiers affected in Beirut blasts, says Embassy of Lebanon
The blast happened in Beirut and its suburb and that the Malaysian soldiers of UNIFIL are based in the South of Lebanon which was not affected by the blast.
Wed Aug 05 2020
Malaysians in Lebanon reported safe Hishammuddin
Hishammuddin said the embassy had also advised Malaysians residing in the country to remain indoors.
Wed Aug 05 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
Last Malbatt 850-3 batch gets heroes' welcome
The last group of the Malbatt 850-3 personnel arrives home after serving in a year-long peacekeeping mission under the Unifil.
Wed Sep 28 2016
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