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Sources Xinhua
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 – Malaysian authorities have dismantled a terror financing network linked to the Islamic State, Inspector-General of Police Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed on Friday.
The network was primarily run by Bangladeshi nationals employed in Malaysia’s labor sectors, including factories, construction sites, and petrol stations.
According to Khalid, the group raised funds through annual membership fees and voluntary donations, adjusted to members’ financial capabilities. The money was then transferred abroad using e-wallets and international money transfer platforms.
“No Malaysians were involved in this operation,” Khalid clarified at a press briefing, as reported by Bernama.
Authorities also revealed that the group used social media and encrypted messaging apps to recruit new members and expand its network.
The police have launched further investigations into the international links of the network and are working with regional partners to trace the final destinations of the funds.
This operation underscores Malaysia’s ongoing commitment to combat terrorism financing and prevent extremist ideologies from taking root within its borders.