PORT DICKSON, Oct 5 — A full investigation was conducted by the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) regarding the recent disturbance involving a group of Palestinians at Wisma Transit Kuala Lumpur recently.
Armed Forces chief General Tan Sri Mohammad Ab Rahman said the disturbance involving a group of Palestinians was an isolated case that will be dealt with professionally and empathetically.
"Those involved are still receiving continuous treatment at the Hospital Angkatan Tentera (HAT) Tuanku Mizan, and out of a total of 41 people, there are now only four people who are still receiving further treatment at the hospital.
“It is our priority to make sure they get the best treatment until they fully recover," he told reporters after celebrating the 91st MAF Day 2024 at Segenting Camp here.
He said this when commenting on a viral video on social media showing some Palestinians causing a commotion in Wisma Transit Kuala Lumpur.
On August 16, a group of 41 injured Palestinians, along with 86 of their relatives from Cairo, Egypt arrived in Malaysia for treatment.
The Palestinian patients are receiving treatment at the HAT Tuanku Mizan in Kuala Lumpur, while their relatives are being placed in a transit location provided by the Defence Ministry.
Mohamad said the security of the Palestinians here is the country's priority, given that they came here to seek treatment.
"When they go out without supervision, we are worried that something undesirable might happen. Therefore every time they go out, we will conduct surveillance.
“However, they have apologised to Malaysians for this incident and we will continue to provide assistance to them," he said.
Meanwhile, Mohammad said the Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt 850-11) team stationed in Lebanon is safe and the decision to bring back officers and members was fully subject to the instructions from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil).
He said the Malbatt team has been instructed to stop all patrolling operations and logistics movements, as well as to remain in their respective locations to ensure the safety of all members.
— Bernama
