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The Star
2 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Thousands gather at Dataran Merdeka in solidarity with Palestinians
KUALA LUMPUR: About 2,000 people from diverse backgrounds gathered at Dataran Merdeka today to show solidarity with the Palestinian people during the "Malaysia Bangkit Untuk Gaza" rally. The rally commenced with marches from three main points: Masjid Negara, Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad and Kompleks Sogo, before participants convened in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Despite rain around 4pm, participants remained enthusiastic, continuing their march while wearing mufflers in the colours of the Palestinian flag and chanting slogans such as 'Bebaskan Palestin' and 'Undur Israel dari Gaza'. The event at Dataran Merdeka resumed at around 5pm with a pantomime performance by Palestinian children, followed by songs and speeches from various attendees. Participants also performed the Maghrib prayers in congregation at the assembly site before the programme, organised by the Humanity 4 Gaza (H4G) secretariat, continued. The event brought together 20 Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) from across the country. Dang Wangi police chief ACP Affendy Sulaiman said that 400 police personnel were deployed to ensure security and manage traffic throughout the rally, working closely with Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL). "As of 8.30pm, we estimate that more than 2,000 participants attended the rally. The entire event was conducted peacefully and in a controlled manner," he said when contacted. – Bernama
Malaysian Reserve
a day ago
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Police reminds ‘Malaysia Bangkit Untuk Gaza' rally participants to obey the law
KUALA LUMPUR — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has reminded organisers and participants of tomorrow's Malaysia Bangkit Untuk Gaza rally to comply fully with the law throughout the event. In a statement today, Dang Wangi police chief ACP Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman (picture) said peaceful assembly is a constitutional right but must be exercised responsibly without any prohibited acts. Prohibited items include sharp objects such as metal rods and wooden sticks, weapons like knives and machetes, as well as pyrotechnics that include firecrackers, fireworks, smoke bombs or flares. Participants are also banned from displaying banners with racial, religious or royal elements, making defamatory statements or even bringing children to the rally. He warned against rioting, defying authorities' instructions or flying drones during the event. 'Firm action will be taken against anyone causing disturbances or extreme provocations. PDRM is committed to ensuring safety in Kuala Lumpur without disrupting daily life or the economy,' he said. Traffic congestion near the city centre is expected, but control measures will be in place to ease movement. Organised by the Humanity 4 Gaza (H4G) Secretariat and Malaysian Ulama Association, the rally is expected to draw about 5,000 participants, including non-governmental organisations, students and the public. For inquiries, contact the Dang Wangi police hotline at 03-26977099. — BERNAMA
