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Barnama
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
KPT Monitoring IPTs For Militant-related Activities
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) is actively monitoring any activities related to militant movements based on the extremist ideology of the Islamic State (IS) among students at higher learning institutions (IPT). Its minister, Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir, said this monitoring follows the recent arrest of several individuals, including 36 Bangladeshis, suspected of being involved in the militant movement based on the ideology under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA). "We are continuously monitoring this situation in collaboration with the security forces, particularly the police, to prevent the spread of such ideologies, whether originating from within the country or abroad.
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Zambry: Ministry monitoring IPTs for militant-related activities
KUALA LUMPUR: The Higher Education Ministry (KPT) is actively monitoring any activities related to militant movements based on the extremist ideology of the Islamic State (IS) among students at higher institutions of learning (IPT). Its minister, Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir, said this monitoring follows the recent arrest of several individuals, including 36 Bangladeshis, suspected of being involved in the militant movement based on the ideology under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA). "We are continuously monitoring this situation in collaboration with the security forces, particularly the police, to prevent the spread of such ideologies, whether originating from within the country or abroad. "The cooperation between KPT and the security forces has always been at a strong and effective level," he said when met by reporters after opening the Setiawangsa Umno delegates meeting here today (July 13). On June 30, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said some of those arrested had been sent back to their countries of origin. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail had confirmed that no Malaysians were recruited into the militant network.
The Star
7 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Higher Education Ministry monitoring institutions for militant-linked activities
KUALA LUMPUR: The Higher Education Ministry is actively monitoring any activities related to militant movements based on the extremist ideology of the Islamic State among students at higher learning institutions. Its minister, Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir, said this monitoring follows the recent arrest of several individuals, including 36 Bangladeshis, suspected of being involved in the militant movement based on the ideology under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012. "We are continuously monitoring this situation in collaboration with the security forces, particularly the police, to prevent the spread of such ideologies, whether originating from within the country or abroad. "The cooperation between KPT and the security forces has always been at a strong and effective level," he said when met by reporters after opening the Setiawangsa UMNO delegates meeting here today. On June 30, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said some of those arrested had been sent back to their countries of origin Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail had confirmed that no Malaysians were recruited into the militant network. He was reported as saying that the investigation by the Special Branch of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) into the group that brought extremist beliefs based on IS ideology to Malaysia only involved Bangladeshis. - Bernama
The Sun
7 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
KPT monitors IPTs for militant activities linked to IS ideology
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) is intensifying surveillance on militant-related activities tied to the Islamic State (IS) ideology among students at higher learning institutions (IPT). Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir confirmed the move following recent arrests, including 36 Bangladeshis, under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA). Zambry emphasized close coordination with security forces, particularly the police, to curb the spread of extremist ideologies. 'Our collaboration remains strong to address threats, whether domestic or foreign,' he said after opening the Setiawangsa UMNO delegates meeting. On June 30, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail disclosed that some detainees had been repatriated. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail later clarified that no Malaysians were recruited into the militant network. Investigations by the Special Branch confirmed the group's activities involved only Bangladeshis. - Bernama
New Straits Times
04-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
150 suspected in IS-inspired militant group, says IGP
KUALA LUMPUR: Police estimate that between 100 and 150 Bangladeshi nationals were involved in the radical militant group based on Islamic State (IS) ideology crippled recently. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said that those who had minimum involvement in the movement would face deportation. "Those more deeply involved in the group will face further action, including court charges under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012," he told a press conference today at Bukit Aman.
