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- Politics
- Sinar Daily
The Palestinian Diaries with Dr Peter Slezak: Why Being Jewish Doesn't Mean Being Zionist
31 Jul 2025 08:52am In this unflinching episode, we speak to Australian philosopher and academic Professor Dr Peter Slezak, a philosopher and outspoken anti-Zionist advocate that has spent decades defending Palestinian rights. As the child of Holocaust survivors, Dr Slezak offers a powerful moral lens on the crisis in Gaza, challenging the idea that support for Israel is synonymous with Jewish identity. From the dangers of religious framing to the weaponization of Holocaust memory, he breaks down why Gaza is not a religious war, but a humanitarian emergency. Watch the full episode on all Sinar Daily media social platforms. #PalestinianDiaries #PeterSlezak #JewishVoicesForPalestine #EndTheGenocide #GazaUnderAttack #AntiZionism #HumanRights #SinarDaily #JusticeForPalestine #HolocaustToGaza #SolidarityNotSilence #InterfaithJustice #MalaysiaForPalestine More Like This
Sinar Daily
2 days ago
- General
- Sinar Daily
'How am I still alive?' - Lt Gen Johnny Lim's life on the frontlines
SHAH ALAM – Life in the army is no easy task. The military is a tough and demanding journey, not one centred on bullying, as some might assume, but rather built on discipline, resilience and hardship. The training is intense, the physical exercises are dangerous, and being away from home and loved ones for long periods takes an emotional toll. It's a path that requires both mental and physical strength. These were the words shared by National Resilience College (NRC) Commandant Lieutenant General Datuk Johnny Lim Eng Seng during an exclusive interview with Sinar Daily back in May this year, just weeks before he made national headlines for becoming the first Chinese officer to be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General in the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF). Following his successful career in the service, Lim kept it unfiltered stating that military life was not just challenging but can also be life-threatening. He said he often wonders how he's still alive today but believes it was the prayers of his family especially his mother and father, and all those who care for him, that had protected him throughout his journey till today. 'I remember it was just about a month in when we went for a very tough battalion exercise, followed by our first military operation, which, to this day, remains one of the most dangerous. 'We went to Gubet, and unfortunately, we lost two men there due to booby traps,' he said during an interview at the National Resilience College in Putrajaya recently. He highlighted that Gubet, located near the border of Malaysia-Thailand, served as a forward operating base (FOB). It was a strategic point used for military insertions along the border, with designated markers such as Marker Tango and Marker Fox to guide helicopter landings. Lim pointed out that during those operations, helicopters could only land at certain cleared zones along the border. Before insertion into those areas, troops would assemble at the FOB in Gubet, situated near the Tasik Pedu Dam in Kedah. This location functioned as a staging area where helicopters would pick up units for deployment into operational zones. He stressed that the experience was both physically and mentally demanding. Being away from home was difficult, and once deployed by helicopter, constant movement was required to avoid detection. "The operational areas were heavily laden with booby traps, so many that casualties were frequent, despite the presence of specialised clearing teams," he said. He emphasised that the threat of traps was a constant concern, with the terrain and unpredictability making every mission potentially deadly. 'I vividly recall one occasion when there was a booby trap, I actually saw the wires while we were getting dressed. It didn't explode, but I was absolutely shocked,' he added. Thankfully, he was unharmed. He also noted that, despite never being directly involved in a firefight with communist insurgents, he still played an active role in operations. As a Unit Commander (UC), he operated in small groups, often participating in cut-off missions and tracking efforts. He believed the enemy was often nearby but because they moved in small units, direct confrontation was rare. 'I like to believe that the prayers of your mother, father, and all that protected you,' he said. He also recounted an incident that occurred roughly 20 years later, at the same location in Gubet. Datuk Johnny Lim Eng Seng when interviewed at the National Resilience College at Putrajaya recently. While commanding an operation, Lim witnessed a helicopter take off, veer sideways, and make an emergency landing. Just three weeks later, that same helicopter crashed, and the pilot lost his life. He reflected on the experience, often asking himself why he survived while others did not, concluding that perhaps it simply wasn't his time. Speaking about the communist insurgency, he contrasted the past era with the present, emphasising that during those days, they were truly fighting an organised enemy. He said when they discovered communist camps deep in the jungle, it was clear the insurgents had adapted to long-term survival. The camps were well-established, complete with natural resources like streams for bathing, and the fighters were seasoned and resilient, though their presence was usually confined to the fringe areas. He stated that this was the reason for the existence of 'white' and 'black' areas during the conflict period. Under the Briggs Plan, these designations helped isolate communist insurgents from their supporters and sympathisers. He also recalled attending a course while serving in the UC platoon, conducted by military intelligence. Some of the instructors were former communist insurgents who had surrendered. He said they shared survival techniques, deception tactics and jungle warfare strategies, skills essential for operating in dense terrain. He described the jungle some 'neutral' being, and surviving in it required both stealth and adaptability, as well as the ability to track enemy movement. He noted that follow-up action was often required after contact with the enemy. Even tracking dogs could lose the scent if insurgents crossed rivers or split up. Tactics such as dispersal, using dead letterboxes, and misleading trails were commonly employed. These techniques were unfamiliar not only to civilians but also to newer generations of soldiers, who had never encountered such unconventional warfare. 'When I had a family, I found it quite tough being away from my loved ones for two months, sometimes even longer, because our operations could be extended due to the challenging, unsustainable conditions. We couldn't always move around easily as the jungle was extremely dense, though rich in resources. 'It's truly beautiful inside the jungle. But you operate based on what you know, and thankfully, the sergeants and those in the platoon who had been there longer guided me and taught me about the rest,' he said.
Sinar Daily
2 days ago
- Sinar Daily
SK Durian Hijau headmaster dies in road accident
He was driving a Proton Preve to his brother's house in Kampung Guai when reportedly lost control of the vehicle. 30 Jul 2025 07:06am The headmaster of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Durian Hijau in Jerantut was killed yesterday when his car skidded off the road and crashed near SK Guai in Bera. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily KUANTAN - The headmaster of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Durian Hijau in Jerantut was killed yesterday when his car skidded off the road and crashed near SK Guai in Bera. Bera police chief Supt Zulkiflee Nazir said Mohd Sabri Bakar, 59, from Temerloh, was driving a Proton Preve to his brother's house in Kampung Guai when he reportedly lost control of the vehicle at about 6.30 pm. He died at the scene. "Members of the public pulled the victim out before the car caught fire and was 80 per cent destroyed,' he said, adding that the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The headmaster of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Durian Hijau in Jerantut was killed yesterday when his car skidded off the road and crashed near SK Guai in Bera. In a separate incident, Zulkiflee said a 65-year-old motorcyclist, Kamar Seman, was killed when a tree fell on him while he was riding along KM34 Jalan Kuala Bera-Chenor around 7pm. Both bodies were sent to Bera Hospital for post-mortem. - BERNAMA
Sinar Daily
3 days ago
- Sinar Daily
Jobless man beaten to death after lewd act in Melaka, seven arrested
The victim is said to have committed an act of gross indecency at 7.26 pm before he was chased and assaulted by several individuals. 29 Jul 2025 08:06am A jobless man was confirmed dead after he was allegedly beaten by a furious mob, following a lewd act he committed in the parking lot of a supermarket in Jasin on July 27, said Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily ALOR GAJAH - A jobless man was confirmed dead after he was allegedly beaten by a furious mob, following a lewd act he committed in the parking lot of a supermarket in Jasin on July 27, said Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar. He said in the incident at about 9pm, the 51-year-old victim died at the scene due to severe bodily injuries. He has two previous records under Section 377D of the Penal Code for committing gross indecency in a public place in 2003 and 2024. "Based on early investigations, the victim is said to have committed an act of gross indecency at 7.26 pm before he was chased and assaulted by several individuals. "The victim tried to escape for about 200 metres, including a desperate leap into the river, before being caught by the public and beaten again," he said after officiating at the Melaka Schools Sports Council Athletics Championships at the Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) in Durian Tunggal here yesterday. Melaka police chief Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said seven suspects, including a foreigner, have been remanded to assist in the investigation. Photo: Facebook He said seven men aged between 20s to 50s, including a Pakistani national, were remanded for seven days starting today to assist in the investigation under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. In a separate case, Dzulkhairi said a motorcyclist in his 30s was remanded for three days from today for beating a man in his 20s in a fight near Bulatan Kancil in the Stadthuys compound at Banda Hilir yesterday. He said the incident allegedly occurred when the suspect and 17 of his biker friends were fined by the Melaka Historic City Council (MBMB) enforcement officers for violating the Vehicle Free Zone (ZBK) in the area with their vehicles. He said the MBMB enforcement officers had asked the group of motorcyclists to leave, but they were ignored before they were issued summonses for ignoring council orders. "The group led by the suspect then tore up the summonses and a confrontation broke out between them and another group of bikers. "The victim, who was struck with a helmet and a wheel lock, was later rushed to the Melaka Hospital with minor injuries," he said. Dzulkhairi said all 23 individuals involved were arrested between 9.30 pm and 1 am on Sunday, but 22 of them were released on police bail while the suspect was remanded for three days. The case is being investigated under Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting and Section 186 of the Penal Code for obstructing a public servant in the performance of his duties. - BERNAMA
Focus Malaysia
5 days ago
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
Anwar puzzled by calls to extend RON95 price cut to foreigners
PRIME Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's decision to exclude foreigners from enjoying the subsidised RON95 petrol price of RM1.99 per litre, stressing that the subsidy is meant exclusively for Malaysians. Speaking at the launch of the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2025 campaign, Anwar said, 'This is not discrimination, but the policy of a sovereign nation prioritising its people.' Foreigners and tourists, including those from Singapore, will pay the market rate of RM2.50 to RM2.60 per litre. He also questioned opposition claims that foreigners contribute to the national economy, asking, 'In what part of the world are foreigners treated the same as citizens?' Anwar added that the targeted subsidy approach is expected to reduce government spending that was previously extended to non-taxpaying foreign nationals. Despite criticism over the six-sen reduction, he emphasised it was a carefully considered move aligned with the MADANI government's commitment to social justice. —July 27, 2025 Main image: Sinar Daily
