Militant takes new family to war-torn Syria


a protest against the killing of journalists by the Islamic State (IS) militant group, formerly known as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), in Jakarta. - Filepic EPA

PETALING JAYA: Instead of settling for harmony after marriage, a 37-year-old man and his new family headed for war-torn Syria to fight alongside the jihadists, joining about 40 other Malaysians.

The Penang-born man married a 47-year-old widow who has a daughter and son aged 18 and 14 from a previous wedding. She and her children are Singapore citizens.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Courts & Crime , jihad , zahid

   

Next In Nation

Negri gets two new stage bus operators
Socso targeting self-employed under SKSPS scheme
Foreigner handed over to MACC for trying to bribe cop
Multi-tier levy system soon to help reduce foreign worker dependence, says HR Minister
I will fight to the end, Labuan MP says amid threats he will lose seat
Indonesian worker killed in Serendah construction site mishap
Upholding English and BM must go hand in hand, says Education Minister
Fahmi: App provider Telegram ready to work together to fight digital piracy
Ensure water sustainability or suffer later, says DPM Fadillah
Rats! KK eatery shut, City Hall orders cleanup

Others Also Read