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ISIS surveillance of top Malaysian policemen: A massive red light on persistent extremism

Malaysia Times desk Original: The Vibes 1h ago X
ISIS surveillance of top Malaysian policemen: A massive red light on persistent extremism
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As the former head of Bukit Aman’s Counter-Terrorism Division (E8) and later Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Ayob Khan was no ordinary target.

From the original report

THE recent admission by Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay that Islamic State operatives tracked his movements, including his jogging routine at Taman Tasik Perdana, should set off alarm bells across Malaysia.

As the former head of Bukit Aman's Counter-Terrorism Division (E8) and later Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Ayob Khan was no ordinary target.

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The Vibes
Originally published
Sep 6, 2026
Updated here
Sep 6, 2026
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