The move is part of a broader reorganisation of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) to tackle the threat of terrorism, and enable national servicemen to be deployed jointly with the Home Team in security operations.
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Australian PM says Melbourne siege ‘a terrorist attack’
Islamic State group claimed responsibility. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said on Tuesday police were treating a deadly siege in the southern city of Melbourne as an “act of terrorism” after a claim by the
Read moreSingapore condemns ‘vicious’ terrorist attacks in London
SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued a statement condemning the “vicious” attacks in London. On Saturday night (Jun 3), London time, armed police opened fire during attacks at London Bridge and Borough
Read moreTerrorists marked two Singapore spots as targets last year
Two places in Singapore were marked by terrorists as potential targets last year, signalling a significant increase in the terror threat here, analysts said. In its inaugural Singapore Terrorism Threat Assessment Report yesterday, the Ministry
Read moreSingaporean linked to terror activities in southern Philippines: MHA
SINGAPORE: A Singaporean man has been implicated in terrorism-related activities in the southern Philippines, said a Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) spokesperson on Friday (May 26). He has been identified as Muhamad Ali Abdul Rahiman @
Read moreMalaysia creates anti-terror force for quick response
Members of 170-strong unit come from police, armed forces and maritime enforcement agency Trinna Leong Malaysia Correspondent In Kuala Lumpur Malaysia has launched an anti-terror unit, comprising officers from the police, armed forces and the Malaysian
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