Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has threatened to immediately deport any Israeli nationals found at a tech commune in Johor state, following online claims about the facility that sparked a national security investigation. Anwar stated to reporters on Wednesday that "We will not allow it," in reference to any Israeli presence at the self-styled "start-up society."
The warning comes after online discussions about the tech commune triggered official concern at the national level. The nature of these online claims and the specific security concerns that prompted the investigation were not detailed in available reports.
The incident reflects Malaysia's long-standing opposition to Israeli policies and presence in the region. The threat of deportation represents a firm stance by Anwar's government on the issue, though details about the current status of the investigation and any confirmed Israeli presence at the location remain unclear from the available information.
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