Malaysian Army Tests Readiness and Capability with Contingency Plan Exercise (RANKON)

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1st October 20251st October 2025

The Malaysian Army (TDM) today conducted the Contingency Plan Exercise (RANKON) to assess and evaluate the readiness and capabilities of its formations and units in responding to potential threats against national sovereignty. The exercise involved mobilisation of TDM personnel, simulating realistic scenarios that demanded rapid response, high mobility, and seamless coordination

Malaysia’s Army Ready to Join International Peace Missions, Including Possible Deployment to Gaza

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25th September 202527th September 2025

KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Army (Tentera Darat Malaysia, TDM) has declared its readiness to participate in international peacekeeping missions if required, including a potential deployment to Gaza, Palestine. Army Chief General Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan said Malaysia has a proven track record in peacekeeping operations, having taken part in

Malaysian Soldier Found Dead, Another Missing During Duty at Joint PDRM-ATM Post in Pulau Mataking

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13th September 202514th September 2025

SEMPORNA, 12 September 2025 – A tragedy struck at the Joint Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) – Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) post on Pulau Mataking, Semporna, when one soldier was found dead and another remains missing while on duty yesterday. The incident came to light around 6.00 pm when both soldiers were

Malaysia Deploys Augmented Interim Observer Team to Cambodia – A Testament to Regional Peace Commitment

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11th September 202512th September 2025

SUBANG, 10 September 2025 – As Chair of ASEAN, Malaysia has deployed an Augmented Interim Observer Team (IOT) to Cambodia to uphold its mandate as observers of the ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia. This deployment underscores Malaysia’s steadfast commitment to regional peace and stability. The send-off ceremony for the Augmented

Malaysia’s Malbatt: Two Decades of Service in Lebanon Draws to a Close

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9th September 20259th September 2025

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s long-standing commitment to peacekeeping in Lebanon will soon come to an end, following the United Nations Security Council’s decision to extend the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil) for one final year, expiring on 31 December 2026. For nearly two decades, the Malaysian

Crown Prince of Pahang Joins RMAF’s Dawn Eagle 2025 Counter-Terrorism Exercise

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22nd August 202523rd August 2025

KUANTAN, August 2025 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince of Pahang, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Ibni Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, took part in the Dawn Eagle 2025 Exercise, a specialised Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) counter-terrorism training drill. The exercise was designed to test the readiness, tactical coordination,

RMAF Chief Visits Site of F/A-18D Hornet Crash in Kuantan, Crew Safe

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22nd August 202522nd August 2025

KUANTAN, 22 August 2025 – The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has confirmed that both crew members of the F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet involved in last night’s crash at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport successfully ejected and escaped serious injury. RMAF Chief, General Dato’ Sri Haji Muhamad Norazlan Aris, told a

RMAF F/A-18D Hornet Crashes in Runway Incident at Kuantan Airbase

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21st August 202523rd August 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, 21 August 2025 — The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) confirmed that an F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet was involved in an incident at the Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport runway in Kuantan at 9.05pm. RMAF Chief, General Datuk Seri Muhammad Norazlan Aris, acknowledged the occurrence and stated that an

APAC Course Produces New Generation of Elite 10th Brigade (Parachute) Warriors

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16th August 202516th August 2025

KUALA TERENGGANU, 16 August 2025 – A total of 7 officers and 124 soldiers of the Malaysian Army (TDM) have successfully completed the Basic Rapid Deployment Force (APAC) Course Series 2/2025, officially earning their place among the elite Maroon Beret family of the 10th Parachute Brigade (10 Brigade Para). The closing

Third AMNEX Begins in Penang

16th August 202516th August 2025

The 3rd ASEAN Multilateral Naval Exercise (AMNEX) 2025 begins today with the opening ceremony officiated by the Western Fleet Commander, Vice Admiral Dato’ Baharudin bin Wan Md Nor. The ceremony was also attended by the Assistant Chief of Staff Operation and Training, Rear Admiral Dato’ Pahlawan Mohd Fadzli Kamal bin Mohaldin