M’sian peacekeepers awarded UN Medals


Well deserved: Some of the Malbatt 850-12 personnel posing with their UN Medals.

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 155 members of the Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt) 850-12, comprising 20 officers, 134 other ranks, and one administrative and diplomatic officer, have been awarded United Nations (UN) Medals in recognition of their service in Lebanon.

The medals were presented during a formal parade held in full military tradition at Marakah Camp, Lebanon, on Thursday.

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