Police grabbed 36 men from Bangladesh who allegedly supported dangerous terrorist groups. The suspects had connections to Islamic State beliefs and activities across Malaysia. Some prisoners face special security laws that keep them locked up longer. Others got sent back home or remain under investigation. Top cop Khalid Ismail promised to reveal more details at a upcoming news meeting.
Officers caught these men during a major three-part mission across two states. The raids started back on April 24 and covered areas around Selangor and Johor. Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution confirmed that all arrested people came from Bangladesh. No Malaysian citizens joined this particular terrorist network. Special Branch detectives discovered the group spreading extreme religious messages.
The terrorist cell actively promoted violent ideas based on Islamic State teachings. Investigators continue digging into how far this network reached beyond Malaysian borders. Officials refuse to share full details about the group's plans or international connections. This operation represents one of the biggest recent strikes against foreign militants operating inside Malaysia. Security forces remain alert for similar threats from radical groups targeting the region.
Senior police leadership changes happened during the same ceremony where Khalid spoke to reporters. Shuhaily Mohd Zain stepped down from his Criminal Investigation Department role. Fadil Marsus will take over as acting director starting the next day. The transition comes as Malaysia strengthens its fight against terrorism and extremist movements.
Officers caught these men during a major three-part mission across two states. The raids started back on April 24 and covered areas around Selangor and Johor. Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution confirmed that all arrested people came from Bangladesh. No Malaysian citizens joined this particular terrorist network. Special Branch detectives discovered the group spreading extreme religious messages.
The terrorist cell actively promoted violent ideas based on Islamic State teachings. Investigators continue digging into how far this network reached beyond Malaysian borders. Officials refuse to share full details about the group's plans or international connections. This operation represents one of the biggest recent strikes against foreign militants operating inside Malaysia. Security forces remain alert for similar threats from radical groups targeting the region.
Senior police leadership changes happened during the same ceremony where Khalid spoke to reporters. Shuhaily Mohd Zain stepped down from his Criminal Investigation Department role. Fadil Marsus will take over as acting director starting the next day. The transition comes as Malaysia strengthens its fight against terrorism and extremist movements.
