Malbatt 850-12 deployment to Lebanon begins amid tensions

The deployment and assignment of the Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt) to Lebanon for peacekeeping duties under the United Nations (UN) mission will proceed despite the tense situation following Israel's attacks on the country since September.

Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the deployment of the 12th Malbatt team was part of the country's agreement with the UN for the mission in Lebanon.

"Our involvement is very important because...