Malaysia seizes container suspected of carrying goods bound for Israel
Malaysia seizes container suspected of carrying goods bound for Israel Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 08/08/2026 - 12:50 The seizure comes as Kuala Lumpur enforces restrictions on exports to Israel and fulfils its commitments under The Hague Group A Singapore Police Coast Guard boat patrols the Johor Strait near Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, on 5 October 2019 (Roslan Rahman/AFP) Off Malaysian…
Malaysia has seized a container at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas in Johor, suspected of carrying goods intended for export to Israel. The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) intercepted the container after receiving intelligence, prompting an inspection based on preliminary checks. The shipment may be in violation of the Customs (Prohibition on Export) Order 2023, which prohibits the direct or indirect export of goods to Israel.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim welcomed the seizure, expressing Malaysia's opposition to its territory being used for trade that could support Israel. This action aligns with Malaysia's commitments under The Hague Group and restrictions imposed by the government in December 2023.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Anwar lauds MCBA for seizing container suspected of carrying goods to Israel thevibes.com
- Border agency probes shipment believed to be bound for Israel freemalaysiatoday.com
