2013 Lahad Datu standoff

Military conflict in Sabah, Malaysia August 2023 August 2023 2013 Lahad Datu standoffLahad Datu incursionhttp://www.searcct.gov.my/images/Articles_2016/Bk_Lahad-Datu_2507_NEW.pdf The Lahad Datu Incursion and its Impact on Malaysia's Security Jasmine Jawhar Kennimrod Sariburaja The Southeast Asia Regional Centre for Counter-Terrorism (SEARCCT) National Library of Malaysia 2016 12 March 2017 17–19 978-983-44397-8-1 https://web.archive.org/web/20180308103542/http://www.searcct.gov.my/images/Articles_2016/Bk_Lahad-Datu_2507_NEW.pdf 8 March 2018 deadOperation Daulat the North Borneo dispute and cross border attacks in Sabah Felda-Sahabat Sabah Kg-Tanduo-01.jpg 300px The entrance to the first site of the standoff in Kampung Tanduo, now a Malaysian Army camp. The signboard reads (in Malay), "Welcome to the Tanduo Village Camp. Caution! You have entered a military camp. Please maintain your discipline!".300pxLocation map of the standoff 11 February – 24 March 2013(02 11 2013 03 24 2013) Kg. Tanduo, Lahad Datu as well as Semporna, Kunak and Tawau in eastern Sabah * Military operations replaced by ESSCOM and ESSZONE.http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/06/29/Ops-daulat-Lahad-datu.aspx Lahad Datu: Ops Daulat officially ends today Muguntan Vanar The Star 29 June 2013 11 October 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131030003121/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/06/29/Ops-daulat-Lahad-datu.aspx 30 October 2013 deadhttp://www.newsabahtimes.com.my/nstweb/fullstory/72588 ESSCOM will continue to hold programmes on security within ESSZONE New Sabah Times 22 October 2013 26 October 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20140629152805/http://www.newsabahtimes.com.my/nstweb/fullstory/72588 29 June 2014 dead Those detained were charged under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012. Thousands of illegal immigrants in Sabah repatriated.http://www.theantdaily.com/Top-Stories/-Localised-illegal-immigrants-helping-foreign-relatives-in-Sabah/ 'Localised' illegal immigrants helping 'foreign' relatives in Sabah Kanul Gindol The Ant Daily 31 May 2014 21 June 2014 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20140701061128/http://theantdaily.com/Top-Stories/-Localised-illegal-immigrants-helping-foreign-relatives-in-Sabah/ 1 July 2014http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/11992-illegals-repatriated-from-sabah-between-january-and-november-says-tas 11,992 illegals repatriated from Sabah between January and November, says task force director The Malay Mail 22 November 2013 7 January 2014 Malaysian victoryhttps://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/05/lahad-datu-sulu-gunmen-in-kg-tanduo-have-been-totally-defeated-say-police-sources/ Lahad Datu: Sulu gunmen in Kg Tanduo have been totally defeated, say police sources The Star 5 March 2013 6 March 2013http://www.bt.com.bn/news-asia/2014/02/08/security-forces-full-control-sabah%E2%80%99s-east-coast-police Security forces in full control of Sabah's east coast: Police The Brunei Times The Star/ANN 8 February 2014 20 June 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20150402203135/http://www.bt.com.bn/news-asia/2014/02/08/security-forces-full-control-sabah%E2%80%99s-east-coast-police 2 April 2015 usurped Sulu Sultanate modern Sultanate of Sulu (Jamalul Kiram III's faction)Filipino illegal immigrants (non-combative)Supported by:MNLF flag.svg Moro National Liberation Front (Misuari faction)http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/mnlf-supports-sulu-claim-says-nur-misuari-faction-9877 MNLF supports Sulu claim, says Nur Misuari faction Teoh El Sen Astro Awani 14 March 2013 13 June 2014 5 July 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140705095938/http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/mnlf-supports-sulu-claim-says-nur-misuari-faction-9877 dead MalaysiaSabah Sabahan local villagershttp://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/03/villagers-beat-gunman-to-death/ https://web.archive.org/web/20130305231520/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/03/villagers-beat-gunman-to-death/ dead 5 March 2013 Villagers beat gunman to death Bernama Free Malaysia Today 3 March 2013 11 October 2013 https://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/03/Semporna-villagers-beat-to-death-exMoro-commander/ Semporna villagers beat to death ex-Moro commander The Star 3 March 2013 11 October 2013Superuser http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/06/30/sabahans-will-not-forget-lahad-datu-incident-musa/ Sabahans will not forget Lahad Datu incident — Musa Bernama The Borneo Post 30 June 2013 11 October 2013Supported by:Philippines PhilippinesSupported Malaysian action during the standoff, but was not involved in the operation.http://globalnation.inquirer.net/67373/aquino-i-wont-allow-sulu-sultan-to-drag-ph-into-war-with-malaysia Aquino: I won't allow Sulu sultan to drag PH into war with Malaysia Michael Lim Ubac Philippine Daily Inquirer 7 March 2013 7 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20140724170821/http://globalnation.inquirer.net/67373/aquino-i-wont-allow-sulu-sultan-to-drag-ph-into-war-with-malaysia 24 July 2014 dead President Aquino said in a statement, 'I appeal to you (Jamalul Kiram III) — we should be really clear on this — this incident is wrong. If this is wrong, why should we (the government) lend support to this? We should support what is right... which will lead us to brighter prospects; the wrong option will only bring us ruin. That's it, that's my simple message.' He also added 'Let's not forget: What they (the Jamalul Kiram III faction) are pushing for is their right as so-called heirs of the sultan of Sulu. It's not yet clear if their rights have been transferred to the Philippines. But we (the Philippines citizens and our nation) will all be affected by their conflict (with Malaysia).' Sulu Sultanate modern Jamalul Kiram IIISulu Sultanate modern Agbimuddin KiramMNLF flag.svg Nur Misuari Malaysia Sultan Abdul Halim (Yang di-Pertuan Agong)Malaysia Najib Razak (Prime Minister of Malaysia)Malaysia Anifah Aman (Minister of Foreign Affairs)Malaysia Zahid Hamidi (Minister of Defence) Malaysia Ismail Omar (Chief of Royal Malaysia Police) Malaysia Zulkifeli Mohd. Zin (Chief of Defence Forces)Malaysia Musa Aman (Chief Minister of Sabah)Supported by:Philippines Benigno Aquino III (President of Philippines) Sulu Sultanate modern Royal Forces of the Sultanate of Sulu and North Borneo Royal Malaysian Police.png Royal Malaysia Police Crest of the Special Operations Command.svgCrest of the Special Actions Unit.PNG PGK Crest of Pasukan Gerakan Marin.png Marine Police Crest of the Marine Combat Unit.png UNGERIN GOF Malaysia Malaysia Grup Gerak Khas (GGK) Insignia.svg GGK RMR Malaysia Crest of the KD Panglima Hitam - PASKAL.svg PASKAL Malaysia Crest of the Special Air Service of Air Force.svg PASKAU Supported elements: Malaysia Philippine elements: Philippineshttp://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/22/nation/20130222100058 https://archive.today/20130413153253/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/22/nation/20130222100058 dead 13 April 2013 Lahad Datu Standoff: Philippines naval ships in Tawi-Tawi waters to help stabilise situation Muguntan Vanar The Star 22 February 2013 25 February 2013Philippines 235 militants (Filipino media claimed)http://ph.news.yahoo.com/philippines-aquino-calls-talks-sabah-080626445.html Philippines' Aquino calls for talks on Sabah Agence France-Presse Yahoo! News 17 March 2013 18 March 2013https://www.rappler.com/philippines/80696-agbimuddin-kiram-dies/ Sabah standoff leader dies in Tawi-Tawi Angela Casauay Rappler 13 January 2015 14 January 2015400 militants (Kiram claimed)https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/303176/news/nation/kiram-camp-claims-having-reinforcements-in-sabah Kiram camp claims having 'reinforcements' in Sabah GMA News 10 April 2013 11 April 2013 Malaysia strength~6,500 armed forces7 MAF battalionshttp://w1.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/7bataliontenteradihantarkeSabah_PanglimaATM/Article/ 7 batalion tentera dihantar ke Sabah: Panglima ATM ms Berita Harian 4 March 2013 11 April 2017 https://web.archive.org/web/20130304133935/http://w1.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/7bataliontenteradihantarkeSabah_PanglimaATM/Article/ 4 March 2013 dead1 GOF battalionhttp://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/BatalionPGASarawakkeLahatDatuuntukbantu/Article/ Batalion PGA Sarawak ke Lahad Datu untuk bantu ms Bernama Berita Harian 5 March 2013 11 April 2017 https://web.archive.org/web/20130305185551/http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/BatalionPGASarawakkeLahatDatuuntukbantu/Article/ 5 March 2013 dead12 ACV-300 Adnan3 F/A-18 Hornethttp://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/3pesawatF-18Hornet_5HawkTUDMdigunakanpagitadi_AhmadZahid/Article/index_html 3 pesawat F-18 Hornet, 5 Hawk TUDM digunakan pagi tadi: Ahmad Zahid ms Berita Harian 5 March 2013 11 April 2017 https://web.archive.org/web/20130305155136/http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/3pesawatF-18Hornet_5HawkTUDMdigunakanpagitadi_AhmadZahid/Article/index_html 5 March 2013 dead5 BAE Hawk 200Philippine strength Six naval ships 56 killed 3 wounded 149 captured 68 killed (Malaysian government claimed) 10 killed (1 non-combat casualty)One soldier was killed in traffic accident at Felda Sahabat on his way to send food to the Malaysian forces. 12 wounded Civilian casualties 6 killed 1 wounded 6 escapedEscaped from the intruders when they tried to take civilian as a hostage. 564 arrestedMajority arrested were illegal immigrants who gave help to the intruders. All statistics reference:http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/30/Lahad-Datu-Sabah-CPO--No-halt-to-Ops-Daulat-until-Sulu-terrorists-are-flushed-out/ Lahad Datu: Sabah CPO – No halt to Ops Daulat until Sulu terrorists are flushed out The Star 30 March 2013 30 June 2014http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/dakwaan-anggota-tentera-terbunuh-hanya-taktik-musuh-panglima-tentera-darat-20183 Dakwaan anggota tentera terbunuh hanya taktik musuh – Panglima Tentera Darat ms Astro Awani 12 August 2013 30 June 2014 20 November 2021 https://web.archive.org/web/20211120025810/https://www.astroawani.com/news/show/dakwaan-anggota-tentera-terbunuh-hanya-taktik-musuh-panglima-tentera-darat-20183 deadhttp://english.astroawani.com/news/show/lahad-datu-invasion-a-painful-memory-of-2013-27579 https://web.archive.org/web/20140106200646/http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/lahad-datu-invasion-a-painful-memory-of-2013-27579 dead 6 January 2014 Lahad Datu invasion: A painful memory of 2013 Najiah Najib Astro Awani 30 December 2013 30 December 2013 Note: All these total only during the standoff and does not include the total in any further actions. The 2013 Lahad Datu standoff, also known as the Lahad Datu incursion or Operation Daulat (ms Operasi Daulat), was a military conflict in Lahad Datu, Malaysia. The conflict began on 11 February, when 235 militants arrived in Lahad Datu by boat, and ended on 24 March.Dela Cruz Arlyn 16 February 2013 Heirs of Sultan of Sulu pursue Sabah claim on their own Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/64577/heirs-of-sultan-of-sulu-pursue-sabah-claim-on-their-own 20 February 2013Michael Lim Ubac Nikko Dizon Allan Nawal 3 March 2013 No surrender, we stay Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/66287/aquino-surrender-order-not-acceptable-kirams 3 March 2013Mullen Jethro 15 February 2013 Filipino group on Borneo claims to represent sultanate, Malaysia says https://edition.cnn.com/2013/02/15/world/asia/malaysia-philippines-standoff 25 February 2013 CNN The militants, self proclaimed as "Royal Security Forces of the Sultanate of Sulu and North Borneo", were sent by Jamalul Kiram III, a claimant to the throne of the Sultanate of Sulu. The militants' stated objective was to assert the territorial claim of the Philippines to eastern Sabah.Frialde Mike Laude Jaime Calica Aurea Lee-Brago Pia 23 February 2013 Sultanate of Sulu wants Sabah returned to Phl The Philippine Star http://www.philstar.com/headlines/2013/02/23/912045/sultanate-sulu-wants-sabah-returned-phl 24 February 2013 Malaysian security forces surrounded the village where the group had gathered. After weeks of negotiations and several deadlines for the group to withdraw, the killing of local policemen prompted Malaysian security forces to flush out the militants with a military operation.4 March 2013 Malaysian troops sent to Borneo after police slain http://m.scmp.com/news/asia/article/1176321/malaysian-troops-sent-borneo-after-police-slain live https://web.archive.org/web/20170410173517/http://m.scmp.com/news/asia/article/1176321/malaysian-troops-sent-borneo-after-police-slain 10 April 2017 11 April 2017 South China Morning Post At the end of the standoff around 72 people were left dead, including 56 militants, 10 Malaysian security force personnel, and 6 civilians. The surviving militants were all either captured or escaped. 9 of the captured Filipino militants were sentenced to death for waging war against the Yang di-Pertuan Agong by the Court of Appeal of Malaysia in 2017,N. Karim Khairah 8 June 2017 Nine Filipino militants sentenced to death over Lahad Datu incursion https://www.nst.com.my/news/crime-courts/2017/06/246932/nine-filipino-militants-sentenced-death-over-lahad-datu-incursion 20 January 2025 New Straits Times and have their death sentence upheld by the Federal Court of Malaysia in 2018.15 January 2018 Lahad Datu intrusion: Federal Court upholds death sentence of 9 https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2018/01/15/lahad-datu-intrusion-federal-court-upholds-death-sentence-of-9/ 20 January 2025 Free Malaysia Today BERNAMA Even when Malaysia abolished mandatory death penalty in 2023, which allows all death row inmates to filed for a review on their death sentence to the Federal Court, the Federal Court in 2024 continue to uphold the death sentence for 7 out of the 9 Filipino militants (the other 2 Filipinos died while in prison). The Lahad Datu incursion has had lasting impacts for the people of Sabah.Hamdan Jelani Ationg Romzi Mansur Kasim Layapan Madiyem Esa Mohd. Sohaimi 2023-06-06 Revisiting the Lahad Datu Standoff in Sabah: The Security Issues http://www.ijlgc.com/PDF/IJLGC-2023-32-06-19.pdf International Journal of Law, Government and Communication en 8 32 232–243 10.35631/IJLGC.832019 0128-1763 Before this incursion, the government of Malaysia continued to pay an annual cession payment amounting to roughly $1,000 to the indirect heirs of the Sultan honoring an 1878 agreement, where North Borneo – today’s Sabah – was conceded by the late Sultan of Sulu to a British company.Sovereignty, Forum Shopping, and the Case of the Sulu Sultanate's Heirs https://thediplomat.com/2022/11/sovereignty-forum-shopping-and-the-case-of-the-sulu-sultanates-heirs/ 2024-02-06 thediplomat.com en-USSulu claim shows Southeast Asia cannot yet escape colonial legacy https://asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Sulu-claim-shows-Southeast-Asia-cannot-yet-escape-colonial-legacy 2024-02-06 Nikkei Asia en-GB However, Malaysia suspended these payments in response to this attack that killed civilians and members of the Malaysian armed forces. In 2019, eight of these Sulu heirs, who insisted they were not involved in the standoff, hired lawyers to pursue legal action based on the original commercial deal.2023-06-13 Analysis Malaysia Wins Respite in $15 Billion Spat With Philippines. Here's How the Fight Began. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/energy/2023/06/07/malaysia-14-billion-fight-over-oil-rich-sabah-with-philippine-sulu-sultan-heirs/1603a176-0511-11ee-b74a-5bdd335d4fa2_story.html deviated https://web.archive.org/web/20230816184510/https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/energy/2023/06/07/malaysia-14-billion-fight-over-oil-rich-sabah-with-philippine-sulu-sultan-heirs/1603a176-0511-11ee-b74a-5bdd335d4fa2_story.html 2023-08-16 2024-02-06 Washington Post en-US 0190-8286 These litigations would later be known as the Malaysia Sulu case, which spanned across multiple jurisdictions in Europe such as Spain, France, Luxembourg and the Netherlands, as the purported Sulu heirs tried to enforce a seizure of roughly $14.9 billions of Malaysia's foreign assets through forum shopping. However, all attempts by the purported Sulu heirs were ultimately defeated by the Malaysian government and the seizure order was quashed by the courts in all four aforementioned European countries by November 2024.17 December 2023 Year 2023 in review: Historic success for Malaysia in Sulu case, death penalty review https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2023/12/17/year-2023-in-review-historic-success-for-malaysia-in-sulu-case-death-penalty-review/107964 20 January 2025 Malay Mail BERNAMARazak Radzi 17 December 2023 Azalina: Court set aside claim by 'Sulu heirs', disallowed seizure of Petronas asset in Luxembourg https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2023/01/26/azalina-court-set-aside-claim-by-sulu-heirs-disallowed-seizure-of-petronas-asset-in-luxembourg/52053 20 January 2025 Malay Mail6 September 2024 Victory at last: Govt obtains final landmark win against Sulu claimants as Netherlands Supreme Court bins appeal, says Azalina https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2024/09/06/victory-at-last-govt-obtains-final-landmark-win-against-sulu-claimants-as-netherlands-supreme-court-bins-appeal-says-azalina/149543 20 January 2025 Malay Mail BERNAMA7 November 2024 Victory for Malaysia: Azalina says French Supreme Court bins Sulus bid to claim Sabah; next round, Paris court to annul Stampa's US$15b 'final award' https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2024/11/07/victory-for-malaysia-azalina-says-french-supreme-court-bins-sulus-bid-to-claim-sabah-next-round-paris-court-to-annul-stampas-us15b-final-award/156055 20 January 2025 Malay Mail BERNAMA The case is still ongoing with claimants facing legal setbacks. Background National territorial dispute North Borneo dispute Madrid Protocol of 1885 The Philippines retains a territorial claim to eastern Sabah, formerly known as North Borneo, through the heritage of the Sultanate of Sulu.East and Southeast Asia: the Philippines https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/philippines/ https://web.archive.org/web/20210105174752/https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/philippines/ dead 5 January 2021 CIA Factbook Central Intelligence Agency 7 March 2013 The basis of this claim is that the dominion of the sultanate historically spanned from the Sulu Archipelago into parts of northern Borneo. In line with the International Court of Justice court decision in the case concerning sovereignty of Pulau Ligitan and Pulau Sipadan in 2002,International Court of Justice Summaries of Judgments, Advisory Opinions, and Orders of the International Court of Justice, 1997–2002 Document (United Nations) https://books.google.com/books?id=QhIhqVaIpawC&q=%22that%20it%20cannot%20be%20disputed%2C%20that%20the%20Sultan%20of%20Sulu%20relinquished%22&pg=PA268 2003 Illustrated United Nations Publications 978-92-1-133541-5 268 June 2023 InternetArchiveBot yes Malaysia claimed that Sultan of Sulu indisputably relinquished the sovereign rights of all its possession in favour of Spain on 22 July 1878, hence relinquishing any claim to Sabah.Mohamad Kadir 2009 Malaysia's territorial disputes – two cases at the ICJ : Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks and South Ledge (Malaysia/Singapore), Ligitan and Sipadan [and the Sabah claim] (Malaysia/Indonesia/Philippines) http://www.idfr.gov.my/images/stories/publication/2009/inside_pbp.pdf Institute of Diplomacy and Foreign Relations (IDFR) Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia 47 13 May 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20160516042053/http://www.idfr.gov.my/images/stories/publication/2009/inside_pbp.pdf 16 May 2016 dead2001 VERBATIM RECORD. Application for permission to intervene filed by the Republic of the Philippines http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/102/4713.pdf?PHPSESSID=3a9b0bc634262ad727317e0342486b81 https://www.webcitation.org/6QStsJHFg?url=http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/102/4713.pdf?PHPSESSID=3a9b0bc634262ad727317e0342486b81 dead 20 June 2014 Point 11 13 May 2014 PDF Sulu succession dispute Sulu succession dispute The unresolved status of the Sultanate of Sulu was a driving issue behind the standoff, with the militant group claiming Jamalul Kiram III as the legitimate Sultan of Sulu. The militant group claimed that Kiram's supposed role as Sultan justified their occupation, however, Kiram's status as sultan has been disputed by several other claimants to the sultanate.Nawal Allan 26 February 2013 2 more claim to be real sultan of Sulu Philippine Daily Inquirer http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/364955/2-more-claim-to-be-real-sultan-of-sulu 26 February 2013 Initiation Heirs to the sultanate felt excluded by the framework of a peace deal between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, as announced on 7 October 2012 by Philippine president Benigno Aquino III. In response, Jamalul Kiram III, claiming to be Sulu's legitimate heir, decreed on 11 November 2012 that a civilian and military contingent should assert his territorial rights in North Borneo. He appointed his brother and Raja Muda ("heir apparent" or "crown prince"), Agbimuddin Kiram, to lead the group.Malaysian security forces moving in on village http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/02/19/Malaysian-security-forces-moving-in-on-village.aspx The Star 20 February 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131023062858/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/02/19/Malaysian-security-forces-moving-in-on-village.aspx 23 October 2013 dead Months later on 11 February 2013, Agbimuddin Kiram and at least 101 followers arrived in the village of Tanduo, located near Tungku in Lahad Datu from neighbouring Simunul island, Tawi-Tawi, in the southern Philippines. Around eighty people fled from 15 homes in Tanduo.http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/25/nation/12755639 https://archive.today/20130413154201/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/25/nation/12755639 dead 13 April 2013 Only Malaysians receive aid, says Lahad Datu district office The Star 25 February 2013 Development Malaysian police blocked roads leading from Lahad Datu to Tanduo. Malaysian police boats patrolled nearby waters. Filipino security agencies blocked off entry from the southern Philippineshttp://globalnation.inquirer.net/64729/ph-calls-for-peaceful-solution-to-borneo-standoff PH calls for peaceful solution to Borneo standoff Philippine Daily Inquirer 17 February 2013 19 February 2013 and deployed six naval ships to help stabilise the situation. An additional Philippine naval ship was sent to Malaysian waters off Lahad Datu to provide humanitarian assistance.Calica Aurea Clapano Jose Rodel Pareo Roel Echeminada Perseus Lee-Brago Pia Laude Jaime 26 February 2013 Phl wants diplomatic solution to Sabah standoff The Philippine Star http://www.philstar.com/headlines/2013/02/26/913212/phl-wants-diplomatic-solution-sabah-standoff 26 February 2013 thumb|left|Philippine President Benigno Aquino III in Malacañang Palace on 26 February 2013 urging Jamalul Kiram III to withdraw his followers in Sabah. Also in the picture are Justice Secretary Leila de Lima (left) and Interior and Local Government Secretary Mar Roxas (right). On 26 February 2013, President Aquino appealed to Kiram III to recall his followers and to hold discussions with the government to address his family's concerns.Chiu Patricia Denise 26 February 2013 Aquino to Sulu sultan: Order your followers to leave Sabah and go home https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/296660/news/nation/aquino-to-sulu-sultan-order-your-followers-to-leave-sabah-and-go-home 26 February 2013 GMA News In a press conference held at Malacañang Palace, Aquino said that the longer Kiram's III followers stayed in Sabah, the more they endangered their own lives, but also the thousands of Filipinos living there. Addressing Kiram III, he said, "It must be clear to you that this small group of people will not succeed in addressing your grievances, and that there is no way that force can achieve your aims".https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2013/02/26/statement-of-president-aquino-on-the-sabah-incident-february-26-2013/ Statement of President Aquino on Sabah, February 26, 2013 Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines 26 February 2013 26 February 2013 Aquino reminded him that as a Filipino citizen, he was bound by the Constitution of the Philippines and its laws. The president said that he had ordered an investigation into possible violations of laws by Kiram III, his followers and collaborators. He cited the Constitution's provision on renouncing war as a policy instrument and Article 118 of the Revised Penal Code, which punishes those who "provoke or give occasion for a war...or expose Filipino citizens to reprisals on their persons or property". He said a dialogue to address the country's territorial dispute to eastern Sabah could be arranged after the standoff ended. Aquino declined to confirm reports of other parties allegedly behind the standoff to sabotage the Bangsamoro peace process.Cheng Williard 26 February 2013 PNoy to Kiram: Bring your followers home http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/02/26/13/pnoy-kiram-bring-your-followers-home 26 February 2013 ABS-CBN News 26 February 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130226185429/http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/02/26/13/pnoy-kiram-bring-your-followers-home dead Aquino's statement was supported by Senator Kiko Pangilinan, who said: This standoff has reached a critical point where the Philippine government must now act decisively and do what is necessary to protect the general interest of the Filipino people. Kiram is essentially declaring war on Malaysia. He must understand that it has never been a policy of the Philippines to take on other countries by force. Regardless of Sulu's rightful claim to Sabah, an armed invasion will unlikely lead to an amicable resolution. This has come at a time when we are so close to achieving lasting peace with our brothers from the South. Malaysia has played a crucial role in brokering talks between the Philippine government and our Muslim brothers in Mindanao. We cannot afford to have a wedge between our country and Malaysia because of one person's whim.https://www.senate.gov.ph/press_release/2013/0226_pangilinan2.asp KIKO: KIRAM FORCES THE HAND OF THE GOVERNMENT Senate of the Philippines 26 February 2013 26 February 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160218003406/https://www.senate.gov.ph/press_release/2013/0226_pangilinan2.asp 18 February 2016 dead Kiram III remained defiant and said his men would not go back home "until an arrangement has been done by our officials and the president, and if that will be arranged accordingly with a written agreement signed by the parties concerned". He shared that in his last conversation with Agbimuddin, his brother told him that their followers were firm in their decision to stay in Sabah.Avendaño Christine O. Ramos Marlon Ubac Michael Quismundo Tarra 27 February 2013 Sulu sultan defies Aquino Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/65749/sulu-sultan-defies-aquino 27 February 2013 The 74-year-old sultan said he was ready to be jailed if the Philippine government filed a case against him and members of his clan. He said he could not understand what his violation against the Constitution was, saying he had always respected it and that "coming home to their homeland" was not a crime. Kiram III asked Malaysia to "sit down in a square table and to diplomatically settle the issue on the claim" stressing the need to "come up with a win-win solution". He reiterated that he and his men "will not initiate the violence... But are prepared to defend our lives and aspirations" and that the Sabah issue "can be peacefully settled without threat, but in a diplomatic way". His daughter Sitti Jacel said her father's followers were not in Lahad Datu to wage war but to reside peacefully on their ancestral territory. She added that they would not leave without a solution. She expressed disappointment at the apparent lack of support from the Philippine government, adding that Manila needed to balance diplomatic relations and the interests of its constituents.Lapeña Carmela 26 February 2013 Sulu sultan remains defiant, says followers in Sabah won't go home https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/296688/news/nation/sulu-sultan-remains-defiant-says-followers-in-sabah-won-t-go-home 26 February 2013 GMA News thumb|right|Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs meet with the Malaysian Foreign Minister and the Defence Minister to discuss peacefully on how to resolve the incident. On 7 March 2013, the Malaysian Foreign Ministry issued a statement that said it considered Kiram's III forces as a group of terrorists "following their atrocities and brutalities committed in the killing of Malaysia's security personnel". It added that the label had the agreement of Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert Del Rosario.http://www.kln.gov.my/web/guest/home?p_p_id=101_INSTANCE_Yt06&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-3&p_p_col_pos=1&p_p_col_count=5&_101_INSTANCE_Yt06_struts_action=%2Fasset_publisher%2Fview_content&_101_INSTANCE_Yt06_urlTitle=press-statement%3A-meeting-with-the-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-of-the-philippines-h-e-albert-f-del-rosario-on-4-march-2013-kenyataan-akhbar%3A-pertemuan-dengan-setiausaha-luar-filipina-t-y-t-albert-fl-del-rosario-pada-4-mac-2013&_101_INSTANCE_Yt06_type=content&redirect=%2Fweb%2Fguest%2Fhome Press Statement: Meeting with the Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, H.E. Albert F. del Rosario on 4 March 2013 Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia 5 March 2013 7 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130308101100/http://www.kln.gov.my/web/guest/home?p_p_id=101_INSTANCE_Yt06&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-3&p_p_col_pos=1&p_p_col_count=5&_101_INSTANCE_Yt06_struts_action=%2Fasset_publisher%2Fview_content&_101_INSTANCE_Yt06_urlTitle=press-statement%3A-meeting-with-the-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-of-the-philippines-h-e-albert-f-del-rosario-on-4-march-2013-kenyataan-akhbar%3A-pertemuan-dengan-setiausaha-luar-filipina-t-y-t-albert-fl-del-rosario-pada-4-mac-2013&_101_INSTANCE_Yt06_type=content&redirect=%2Fweb%2Fguest%2Fhome 8 March 2013 dead This was denied by the Philippine Ambassador to Malaysia, Jose Eduardo Malaya, who said Del Rosario was "taken out of context". It was clarified that Del Rosario agreed that those responsible for the killing of Malaysian police forces committed "terroristic acts".Arcibal Cheryl Frialde Mike 6 March 2013 DFA denies calling Sultan followers as 'terrorists' The Philippine Star http://www.philstar.com/nation/2013/03/06/916490/dfa-denies-calling-sultan-followers-terrorists 7 March 2013 Military operations Timeline of attacks right 25% 1 March: 10:15 – First shootout between the sultanate's forces and the police at the Tanduo village, two police officers and 12 sultanate's men killed. 3 March: 6:30 – Ambushed at the Semporna, killing six police officers and six terrorists also killed. 5 March: Military and police begun mopping-up operations codenamed "Ops Daulat". 11 March: Security forces end the siege on the Tanduo village. 24 March: Operation Daulat ended. 29 June: Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) put in place security arrangements and undertake operations on the Ops Daulat area. right All times are UTC (UTC+8). 1 March skirmish thumb|left|One of the locations where the shootout took place on a palm oil plantation, today the site had been transformed into a Malaysian Army controlled station. At around 10:15 am on 1 March 2013, three days after Malaysia's extended deadline for the group to leave Lahad Datu, a confrontation occurred between the sultanate's forces and Malaysian police, with shots exchanged. According to Abraham Idjirani, Kiram's spokesperson, 10 army members were killed with four more injured.Carcamo Dennis 1 March 2013 Sulu sultan spokesman: 10 men killed in Sabah The Philippine Star http://www.philstar.com/headlines/2013/03/01/914610/sulu-sultan-spokesman-10-men-killed-sabah 1 March 2013 The Malaysian lost two casualties. The owner of the house where Agbimuddin Kiram and his men had stayed was killed in the exchange. Malaysian Home Minister Hishammuddin Hussein claimed that Kiram's men opened fire and denied that their security forces retaliated.http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/03/01/13/kiram-men-fired-first-malaysian-official Kiram men opened fire at our forces: Malaysian official Agence France-Presse ABS-CBN News 1 March 2013 1 March 2013 1 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130301174007/http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/03/01/13/kiram-men-fired-first-malaysian-official dead Initial reports from the Malaysian embassy in the Philippines stated that no fatalities resulted.Ruiz Jay 1 March 2013 Spokesman claims 10 Kiram men killed in Sabah http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/03/01/13/report-10-kiram-men-killed-sabah 1 March 2013 ABS-CBN News 1 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130301071434/http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/03/01/13/report-10-kiram-men-killed-sabah dead Ambassador Mohammad Zamri bin Mohammad Kassim told Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert Del Rosario that the "standoff was over" and that 10 "royal army" members had surrendered to Malaysian authorities after the assault. He added that members of Kiram's group had escaped and ran towards the sea, pursued by the police.Santos Matikas 1 March 2013 Sabah standoff over—Malaysian envoy Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/66079/sabah-standoff-over-malaysian-envoy 1 March 2013 Idjirani responded that none of their members were in Malaysian custody. He denied that their forces fled after the clash. He said "the standoff is not over, unless there's a concrete understanding or agreement that can be reached".Pazzibugan Donna Z. 2 March 2013 14 dead in Sabah assault Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/66031/14-dead-in-sabah-assault 3 March 2013 Idjirani claimed that Malaysian officials wanted "to cover up the truth" when they claimed that no one was hurt in the incident. He appealed to the Malaysian government to stop the attack, saying Kiram's men were primarily armed only with bolos and knives and only a few handguns. He claimed that snipers from the Malaysian police were targeting their group. He added that the sultanate was looking at the possibility of elevating the matter to the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the United Nations Human Rights Commission. He said that their men had moved to another location to continue their fight and urged Malaysia to hold talks.Koswanage Niluksi Raghu Anuradha Francisco Rosemarie Mogato Manny 1 March 2013 Malaysia standoff with armed Filipinos ends in violence Reuters Grudgings Stuart https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-malaysia-philippines/malaysia-standoff-with-armed-filipinos-ends-in-violence-idUKBRE92009T20130301 1 March 2013 Sabah Police Commissioner Hamza Taib meanwhile said no one surrendered. He added that 12 men from Kiram's group were killed when they tried to break the security cordon imposed. Hamza claimed that the Filipinos opened fire at the Malaysian police who were forced to fire in self-defence. He said they found various weapons, including M16 rifles, pistols and SLR rifles and ammunition from the group. He said Agbimuddin's group were still in Tanduo and that the security cordon was holding because Malaysia wanted the occupation to be resolved peacefully.Avran Dave 2 March 2013 Deadly shootout in Lahad Datu http://www.mysinchew.com/node/83569 4 March 2013 Bernama My Sinchew Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak later confirmed that two police officers, identified as Inspector Zulkifli Bin Mamat and Corporal Sabaruddin Bin Daud from 69 Commandos, had been killed. The Sabah police commissioner, in a separate statement, said that 12 of Kiram's followers died.Anis Mazwin Nik Simon Khoo Vanar Muguntan 1 March 2013 Lahad Datu: PM confirms two commandos killed; regrets bloodshed https://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/01/Lahad-Datu-PM-confirms-two-commandos-killed-regrets-bloodshed live https://web.archive.org/web/20130304002929/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2013%2F3%2F1%2Fnation%2F20130301181208&sec=nation 4 March 2013 1 March 2013 The Star Najib said he had given Malaysian security forces a mandate to take "any action" against the group. Najib added that "no compromise" was acceptable and that "either they surrender or face the consequences".Anis Mazwin Nik Khoo Simon 2 March 2013 Najib: All-out action will now be taken against the intruders https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/02/najib-allout-action-will-now-be-taken-against-the-intruders live https://web.archive.org/web/20130302090048/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2013%2F3%2F2%2Fnation%2F12782795&sec=nation 2 March 2013 3 March 2013 The Star Armed men in Kunak On 2 March 2013, a group of 10 armed men were spotted near Kunak, a district between Lahad Datu and Semporna, according to Royal Malaysia Police Inspector-General Ismail Omar. He said that three were in military fatigues similar to those being worn by the sultanate's forces.Pi Thomas 3 March 2013 Another group of intruders spotted Free Malaysia Today http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/03/another-group-of-intruders-spotted/ dead 3 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130304104100/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/03/another-group-of-intruders-spotted/ 4 March 2013 The Malaysian government doubled the number of police and army officers, deploying members of the Royal Malay Regiment, in areas where the sultanate's armed supporters were believed to be present.http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/04/Police-armed-forces-beef-up-ops/ Police, armed forces beef up ops The Star 4 March 2013 4 March 2013 Semporna attack At around 6:30 am on 3 March 2013, fewer than 10 gunmen, claiming to be from the Sulu Sultanate, ambushed the police during a surveillance operation on a village off the coast of Semporna. The Bukit Aman special branch superintendent and four operatives were killed in the action. The police party remained trapped in the village surrounded by the attackers. The superintendent had led three dozen policemen, from the Semporna District Police Headquarters, after having been ordered to investigate following a tip-off that a group of armed men were at Kampung Sri Jaya Siminul in Semporna District.Yoong Sean 3 March 2013 5 Police, 2 Assailants Killed Amid Malaysian Siege https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/police-assailants-killed-amid-malaysian-siege-18640163 3 March 2013 ABC News The operation was launched at 4 pm on Saturday, following intelligence reports of the existence of a firearms cache in the village, and that an uprising by groups of villagers believed to be of Philippines origin residing there was in the making.http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/03/03/five-policemen-killed-in-ambush-by-armed-intruders-in-semporna-igp/ Five Cops, Two Gunmen Killed In Semporna Ambush Bernama The Borneo Post 3 March 2013 3 March 2013 About three hours into the operation, the police were fired upon while heading towards a house in the village and returned fire. The superintendent was killed during the ambush. Sabah police commissioner DCP Datuk Hamza Taib had said on Saturday that the attack may not be related to the Kampung Tanduo standoff. During the ambush, two gunmen were killed.https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-21646374 Malaysia police die in fresh Sabah gun battle BBC News 3 March 2013 3 March 2013 Idjirani, the secretary-general of Sultan Kiram III, said the violence started when Malaysian policemen, while pretending to round up undocumented Filipinos, shot Imam Maas and his four sons. Another imam was allegedly shot when Malaysian authorities learned that they were taking care of the sultan's relatives in the area.Salaverria Leila B. Reports by Julie S. Alipala and Alan A. Nawal 4 March 2013 Fighting in Sabah rages Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/66539/fighting-in-sabah-rages/comment-page-8 4 March 2013 Police investigations found that Kampung Simunul, Semporna, had been infiltrated by the Sulu intruders who mingled with the inhabitants, one of whom was regarded as an 'imam'.http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/nine-houses-used-as-hideouts-by-intruders-may-be-demolished/ Nine houses used as hideouts by intruders may be demolished The Malaysian Insider 10 March 2013 20 September 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160225034134/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/nine-houses-used-as-hideouts-by-intruders-may-be-demolished/ 25 February 2016 dead It was earlier reported that the intruders had planned to attack Lahad Datu police station and that both Lahad Datu and Tawau Police Special Investigation Divisions had been deployed to the scene. During the shootout, 23 police officers were pronounced missing. While captive, four policemen were tortured and mutilated, with one beheaded, according to Malaysian authorities who later found the bodies.Murdoch Lindsay 7 March 2013 Mutilated bodies discovered in Sabah The Age https://www.theage.com.au/world/mutilated-bodies-discovered-in-sabah-20130307-2fmgj.html 20 September 2013 The mutilated condition of these bodies led the major Malay-language newspaper Utusan Malaysia to allege the influence of drugs or black magic.8 March 2013 Pengganas Sulu bunuh polis dengan kejam http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Dalam_Negeri/20130308/dn_11/Pengganas-Sulu-bunuh-polis-dengan-kejam https://web.archive.org/web/20150925200444/http://ww1.utusan.com.my/utusan/Dalam_Negeri/20130308/dn_11/Pengganas-Sulu-bunuh-polis-dengan-kejam 25 September 2015 8 March 2013 Utusan Malaysia ms Reports stated that six Malaysian police officers and seven assailants were killed in Semporna. Six of the attackers were fatally shot while ambushing Malaysian police, while another was beaten to death by villagers after he tried to take a hostage, according to Sabah's head of police.Gomez Jim 3 March 2013 6 police, 7 assailants killed amid Malaysian siege https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/6-police-7-assailants-killed-amid-malaysian-siege/article/feed/2076388 dead Washington Examiner https://web.archive.org/web/20130921060938/http://washingtonexaminer.com/6-police-7-assailants-killed-amid-malaysian-siege/article/feed/2076388 21 September 2013 3 March 2013Sen Teoh El 3 March 2013 Stand-off claimed lives of six policemen http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/stand-off-claimed-lives-of-six-policemen-9056 live https://web.archive.org/web/20230128063245/https://www.astroawani.com/berita-malaysia/stand-claimed-lives-six-policemen-9056 28 January 2023 3 March 2013 Astro Awani Operation Daulat thumb|left|An American-made F/A-18, one of the jet fighters used by the Royal Malaysian Air Force during the operation. On 5 March 2013, Royal Malaysian Air Force fighter jets, reported as F/A-18 and Hawk fighters, bombed the Kiram hide-out.https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-21665135 Malaysia soldiers attack armed Filipino clan in Borneo BBC News 5 March 2013 20 September 2013 5 March 2013 F/A-18 and Hawk fighters bomb Kg Tanduo Malaysiakini https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/222933 20 September 2013https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/297689/news/nation/malaysian-fighter-jets-bomb-sabah-camp-of-sultan-s-men Malaysian fighter jets bomb Sabah camp of sultan's men GMA News 5 March 2013 5 March 2013 Explosions were heard in Lahad Datu as the Malaysian forces moved against the gunmen.5 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Malaysian security forces in all out attack against Sulu gunmen https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/05/lahad-datu-malaysian-security-forces-in-all-out-attack-against-sulu-gunmen/ live https://web.archive.org/web/20130307014223/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2013%2F3%2F5%2Fnation%2F20130305073854&sec=nation 7 March 2013 5 March 2013 The Star At around 11:00am in a Kuala Lumpur rally, Prime Minister Najib Razak delivered the following speech:5 March 2013 Nazri: Kg Tanduo incident an intrusion, not a war https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/222913 23 January 2025 MalaysiakiniNajib Razak 5 March 2013 Najib Razak : Kenyataan mengenai perkembangan di Lahad Datu Najib Razak: Statement regarding the development in Lahad Datu https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6tkmrASwvA 23 January 2025 YouTube ms Video I wish to inform you about the latest news that, at around 10am just now, Malaysian security forces has launched a large-scale operation to crush the intruders at Lahad Datu. The operation started with air strike by the fighter jets of Royal Malaysian Air Force, followed by mortar strike. At this exact moment as I'm speaking here, the army and police forces in armoured vehicles, along with other members (of the security forces) following behind the armoured vehicles, are taking action to arrest and destroy the group which has breached our nation's sovereignty. I wish to address that, at the initial stage, our only intention is to avoid spilling even single drop of blood on the soil of Sabah, whether amongst the people of Malaysia, or amongst the group that has intruded into our country. However, I feel deeply disappointed when our good will and sincere intention was responded with acts of shooting and killing, in an extremely cruel manner, against our police forces. Therefore, as the Head of Government, I have made a decision: The time for us to give any further consideration has ended, and we need to respond with all our strengths we have! Because in the matters of sovereignty, in the matters of peace in our country, we will not let even one inch of Malaysian soil be threatened or tarnished by anybody. Najib Razak Prime Minister of Malaysia According to IGP Ismail Omar and other police sources, the army and police began mopping-up operations codenamed "Ops Sulu" and "Ops Daulat" (Operation Sovereignty). 5 March 2013 Ops Sulu a success, Sulu casualit ies y unknown Free Malaysia Today http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/05/msian-army-begins-assault/ dead 20 September 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130307024601/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/05/msian-army-begins-assault/ 7 March 2013http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/report-total-defeat-for-sulu-group-in-sabah-dawn-attack/ Report: Total defeat for Sulu group in Sabah dawn attack The Malaysian Insider 5 March 2013 20 September 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160303174027/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/report-total-defeat-for-sulu-group-in-sabah-dawn-attack/ 3 March 2016 dead It was believed that Kiram and several of his followers had escaped the security cordon. A search was carried out in the surrounding farmland and FELDA plantations.Ariffin Lisa J. 8 March 2013 Sulu intruder killed in gunfire Free Malaysia Today http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/06/sulu-intruder-killed-in-gunfire/ dead 20 September 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130309014416/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/06/sulu-intruder-killed-in-gunfire/ 9 March 2013Su-Lyn Boo 6 March 2013 One gunman killed today; still no bodies from airstrikes The Malaysian Insider http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/one-gunman-killed-today-still-no-bodies-from-airstrikes/ dead 20 September 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160101110855/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/one-gunman-killed-today-still-no-bodies-from-airstrikes/ 1 January 2016 The Malaysian troops recovered 13 bodies of suspected Kiram followers in Felda Sahabat.https://www.gulf-times.com/asean-philippines/188/details/344526/malaysia-troops-find-13-bodies,-hunt-gunmen Malaysia troops find 13 bodies, hunt gunmen Gulf Times 6 March 2013 6 March 2013 thumb|The presence of additional Malaysian Army armoured vehicles such as URO VAMTAC in a town near the conflict area five months later to increase the security in eastern Sabah. On 9 March 2013, Malaysian Home Minister Hishammuddin Hussein said that Ops Daulat would end when no intruders were left.Lee Stephanie 13 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Hishammuddin – Ops Daulat will end only when all gunmen flushed out https://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/09/Lahad-Datu-Hishammuddin--Ops-Daulat-will-end-only-when-all-gunmen-flushed-out live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921061921/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/09/Lahad-Datu-Hishammuddin--Ops-Daulat-will-end-only-when-all-gunmen-flushed-out.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The Star Malaysian security forces maintained security cordons around the operation area and those with no documents such as MyKad were detained.13 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Maritime agency to erect sentry post in Felda Sahabat to curb intrusion, piracy https://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/09/Lahad-Datu-Maritime-agency-to-erect-sentry-post-in-Felda-Sahabat-to-curb-intrusion-piracy/ live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921061928/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/09/Lahad-Datu-Maritime-agency-to-erect-sentry-post-in-Felda-Sahabat-to-curb-intrusion-piracy.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The StarSario Ruben Habubu Sira 13 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Three boats carrying 27 people intercepted off Tg Batu coast https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/09/lahad-datu-three-boats-carrying-27-people-intercepted-off-tg-batu-coast/ live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921061931/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/09/Lahad-Datu-Three-boats-carrying-27-people-intercepted-off-Tg-Batu-coast.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The Star Tanduo village was declared secured on 11 March and the bodies of 22 Sulu gunmen were recovered. Security forces swept a neighbouring village that left a Malaysian soldier dead. Private Ahmad Hurairah Ismail was killed along with three Sulu gunmen.13 March 2013 Lahad Datu: It was – and is – Malaysian soil https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/12/lahad-datu-it-was--and-is--malaysian-soil/ live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921061925/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/12/Lahad-Datu-It-was--and-is--Malaysian-soil.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The Starhttps://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/298941/news/nation/malaysian-soldier-3-kiram-men-killed-in-sabah-battle-malaysian-defense-chief Malaysian soldier, 3 Kiram men killed in Sabah battle – Malaysian defense chief GMA News 12 March 2013 20 September 2013 Another soldier, Private Ahmad Farhan Ruslan was killed in a road accident near Bandar Cendera-Wasih in a logistics convoy.13 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Soldier killed in road accident https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/13/lahad-datu-soldier-killed-in-road-accident live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921060214/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/13/Lahad-Datu-Soldier-killed-in-road-accident.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The Star The clash ended on 24 March, while Operation Daulat was replaced by the Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) on 29 June. Sabah Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Musa Aman said ESSCOM became responsible to enforce security arrangements. Related incidents Defacement of Malaysian and Philippine websites On 3 March 2013, the Globe Telecom website was defaced by hackers claiming to be from the "MALAYSIA Cyb3r 4rmy".Phneah Ellyne 4 March 2013 Hackers take Sabah conflict to cyberspace https://www.zdnet.com/article/hackers-take-sabah-conflict-to-cyberspace/ 23 October 2013 ZDnet The group left the message, "Do not invade our country or you will suffer the consequences". Global Telecom confirmed the hack, but claimed that no sensitive information was stolen. The website was up again by noon. In apparent retaliation, hackers identifying themselves as from Anonymous Philippines, attacked several Malaysian websites. They warned Malaysia to "Stop attacking our cyber space! Or else we will attack your cyber world!"3 March 2013 Sabah row spills over online: PHL, MY sites defaced https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/scitech/technology/297507/sabah-row-spills-over-online-phl-my-sites-defaced/story/ 4 March 2013 GMA News The website of Stamford College in Malaysia was hacked with its front page replaced by a note that said: "The time has come to reclaim what is truly ours. Sabah is owned by the Philippines, you illegally claiming it".https://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-03-04/sabah-sultan-followers-take-fight-to-cyberspace/4552378?section=australianetworknews Sabah sultan followers take fight to cyberspace Agence France-Presse Australia Network News 5 March 2013 5 March 2013 Google search results alteration On 4 March 2013, a Google search for the word "Sabah" reflected a cached version of the territory's Wikipedia article. It said the Malaysian control of the state is "illegitimate" and that "in fact, [Sabah] is part of the Sultanate of Sulu". A spokesman for Google Malaysia said they knew of the issue.Ding Emily 5 March 2013 In Lahad Datu conflict, Google bombs and Wiki-wars The Malaysian Insider http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/in-lahad-datu-conflict-google-bombs-and-wiki-wars dead 5 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20150602094733/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/in-lahad-datu-conflict-google-bombs-and-wiki-wars 2 June 2015 Protests at the Malaysian embassy Twenty Filipinos protested in front of the Malaysian embassy in Makati on 5 March. They called for an end to the violence, while some expressed support for the cause of Kiram. At least 50 policemen and a fire truck were deployed. The Malaysian embassy later suspended operations in response.http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/metro-manila/03/05/13/malaysian-embassy-closed-due-protests Malaysian embassy closed due to protests ABS-CBN News 5 March 2013 5 March 2013 5 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130305205226/http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/metro-manila/03/05/13/malaysian-embassy-closed-due-protests dead Allegations of political motives Razak sought to assess whether opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim was involved. This began after Filipino media reported that Anwar might be involved with the incursion and an image of him with Nur Misuari of MNLF began circulating.4 March 2013 It's a plot to make Umno lose Sabah vote New Straits Times http://www.nst.com.my/nation/general/it-s-a-plot-to-make-umno-lose-sabah-vote-1.228262#ixzz2MYgYHPD0 dead 6 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130409192235/https://www.nst.com.my/nation/general/it-s-a-plot-to-make-umno-lose-sabah-vote-1.228262 9 April 2013https://www.rappler.com/the-wrap/23078-ph-malaysia-blame-politicians-in-sabah-conspiracy/ PH, Malaysia blame politicians in Sabah 'conspiracy' Rappler 5 March 2013 5 March 2013 Concurrently, Anwar launched legal proceedings against government-owned newspaper Utusan Malaysia and television station TV3 for trying to link him to the incursions.Zahid Syed Jaymal 10 March 2013 Anwar demands apology from Utusan, TV3 over Sabah accusations The Malaysian Insider http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/anwar-demands-apology-from-utusan-tv3-over-sabah-accusations/ dead 4 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160221185911/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/anwar-demands-apology-from-utusan-tv3-over-sabah-accusations/ 21 February 2016http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/04/anwar-sues-utusan-tv3-over-lahad-datu-report/ Anwar sues Utusan, TV3 over Lahad Datu report G. Vinod Free Malaysia Today 4 March 2013 14 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130308051751/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/04/anwar-sues-utusan-tv3-over-lahad-datu-report/ 8 March 2013 dead Meanwhile, Malaysian People's Justice Party (PKR) vice-president Tian Chua claimed that the ruling United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) had deliberately orchestrated the crisis to frighten the people of Sabah into favouring the ruling coalition.Umno-Lahad Datu link: Tian Chua slammed http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/02/umno-lahad-datu-link-tian-chua-slammed/ Free Malaysia Today 6 March 2013 2 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130305011212/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/02/umno-lahad-datu-link-tian-chua-slammed/ 5 March 2013 dead Chua's allegations were met with an outcry by the Malaysian public; citizens and personalities such as Ambiga Sreenevasan and Saifuddin Abdullah called for both parties to forge a bi-partisan consensus to settle the issue. On the eve of its 2013 general election, Filipino senatorial candidates from the opposition blamed President Aquino for sending unclear messages to the Kiram family.https://www.rappler.com/philippines/22878-una-on-sabah-aquino-sent-mixed-signals/ UNA on Sabah: Aquino sent mixed signals Rappler 5 March 2013 5 March 2013 They added that the President was in danger of facing an impeachment for "betrayal of public trust".Ribaya Rio Rose 4 March 2013 Aquino courting impeachment with Sabah stand, says Gordon Yahoo! News https://ph.news.yahoo.com/aquino-courting-impeachment-with-sabah-stand--says-gordon-060329966.html 6 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20221129134749/http://ph.news.yahoo.com/aquino-courting-impeachment-with-sabah-stand--says-gordon-060329966.html 29 November 2022 Meanwhile, President Aquino blamed unnamed members of the previous Gloria Macapagal Arroyo government as conspirators; while Aquino did not name anyone due to lack of evidence. Kiram's daughter Princess Jacel challenged Aquino to prove his allegations. Former National Security Adviser Norberto Gonzales denied that he was the one Aquino was accusing.6 March 2013 Sabah claim a conspiracy Manila Standard Today http://manilastandardtoday.com/2013/03/05/sabah-claim-a-conspiracy/ 6 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130728192941/http://manilastandardtoday.com/2013/03/05/sabah-claim-a-conspiracy/ 28 July 2013 Jamalul Kiram III unsuccessfully ran for senator under Arroyo's TEAM Unity during the 2007 Senate Elections. Use of commercial aircraft by the Malaysian Army On 5 March, flights of AirAsia were used to transport Malaysian troops to Sabah. An online debate ensued over whether the move highlighted patriotism of a Malaysian-based airline or the military's lack of resources. Some Malaysians wondered why the government did not mobilise its fleet of C-130 Hercules transport planes. Others lauded AirAsia for its efforts in assistance.AirAsia helps Malaysian army in Sabah https://www.rappler.com/philippines/23118-airasia-helps-malaysian-army-in-sabah/ Rappler 5 March 2013 16 March 2013 The Defence Ministry stated that it used AirAsia was simply expedient. Malaysian defence minister Zahid Hamidi pointed out that each RMAF C-130 Hercules was capable of carrying only 90 soldiers each, while AirAsia had jets capable of transporting up to 200 soldiers each. The Malaysian Defence Ministry pointed out that chartering civilian jetliners is a common practice in other countries,10 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Minister clears the air over use of AirAsia flights https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/10/lahad-datu-minister-clears-the-air-over-use-of-airasia-flights live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921060224/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/10/Lahad-Datu-Minister-clears-the-air-over-use-of-AirAsia-flights.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The Star including those of NATO.Kary Tiffany 7 February 2012 Global Aviation Seeks to Cut Planes as Military Missions End https://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-02-05/u-s-troop-transporter-global-aviation-files-for-bankruptcy-in-new-york.html 20 September 2013 Bloomberg Assembly at the Philippine embassy On 8 March 2013, Malaysians assembled outside the Philippine embassy in Kuala Lumpur. The event, called Ops Bunga (Operation Flower), encouraged participants to place flowers at the embassy's doorstep as a show of the Malaysian public's solidarity towards Filipinos in Malaysia. Organisers also urged people to offer prayers to the Malaysian security officers who died in the conflict.http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/3/8/nation/12807642&sec=nation https://web.archive.org/web/20130311040225/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2013%2F3%2F8%2Fnation%2F12807642&sec=nation dead 11 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Fighting fire with flowers at Philippine Embassy The Star 8 March 2013 8 March 2013 Allegations of police brutality On 10 March 2013, reports of police brutality by Malaysian police officials emerged over a crackdown on suspected Kiram III supporters, causing a mass migration of Filipinos from Sabah to Sulu.Edd K. Usman Roy C. Mabasa 10 March 2013 400 Filipinos Flee Sabah http://ph.news.yahoo.com/400-filipinos-flee-sabah-190655550.html;_ylt=AmSCaAWidJHe2y5lLM5cWCvhV8d_;_ylu=X3oDMTQzczM3bHI2BG1pdANCcmVha2luZyBOZXdzBHBrZwNkYzVlNmI2MS0xMDU5LTNkMDMtYWE2Ni01NTY2M2Q0NDVhODQEcG9zAzcEc2VjA01lZGlhQnJlYWtpbmdOZXdzVGVtcAR2ZXIDODI3NzZiYTAtODhlYy0xMWUyLWJmYmYtYTFlYTIxNDVlNGQ2;_ylg=X3oDMTJqdDdlbjViBGludGwDcGgEbGFuZwNlbi1waARwc3RhaWQDNzFkYjAwMGItYWM3OC0zZmU3LTgxOTEtNzQ5ZDNhMzg4ZTYxBHBzdGNhdAMEcHQDc3RvcnlwYWdl;_ylv=3 https://web.archive.org/web/20180414172213/https://ph.news.yahoo.com/400-filipinos-flee-sabah-190655550.html 14 April 2018 14 March 2013 Manila Bulletin Yahoo! News One refugee stated that Malaysian police had shot and killed many Filipino civilians irrespective of their MyKad status and detained many others. It was stated that those detained were not treated properly.Alipala Julie Manlupig Karlos 10 March 2013 'We're treated like animals': Filipinos in Sabah http://ph.news.yahoo.com/were-treated-animals-filipinos-sabah-070003929.html dead https://web.archive.org/web/20130313043143/http://ph.news.yahoo.com/were-treated-animals-filipinos-sabah-070003929.html 13 March 2013 14 March 2013 Asia News Network Yahoo! News A Royal Malaysian Police official denied the allegations.http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/11/sabah-police-chief-denies-mistreating-filipinos/ Sabah police chief denies mistreating Filipinos Free Malaysia Today 11 March 2013 14 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130313173925/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2013/03/11/sabah-police-chief-denies-mistreating-filipinos/ 13 March 2013 dead MNLF reactions to police brutality A report on News5 claimed that some Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) members were undergoing training in Jolo, Sulu for a rescue mission for abused Filipinos in Sabah. Former MNLF leader Nur Misuari claimed that these MNLF members were not part of or allied with the Sulu Royal Security Force.Fernandez Amanda 5 March 2013 Nur Misuari denies involvement in Sabah crisis https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/297773/news/nation/nur-misuari-denies-involvement-in-sabah-crisis 20 September 2013 GMA News Sulu Province governor, Abdusakur Tan denied reports that MNLF fighters under Nur Misuari were heading to Sabah. He also denied that 1,000 MNLF fighters had been able to sneak into the state. According to MNLF chairman Muslimin Sema they respected the decision of Sabah to join Malaysia in 1963.We respect Sabah's decision to join Malaysia, says MNLF chairman http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/03/13/we-respect-sabahs-decision-to-join-malaysia-says-mnlf-chairman-new/ The Borneo Post 13 March 2013 11 October 2013 He also said he had visited Sabah in 1973 and witnessed the people's enthusiasm, adding that he had many relatives there. Aftermath Arrest and prosecution After Operation Daulat was launched, 443 individuals were held for various offences while 121 were held under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA).http://news.abnxcess.com/2013/03/lahad-datu-ops-daulat-to-continue-till-all-sulu-militants-are-flushed-out/ Lahad Datu: Ops Daulat to continue till all Sulu militants are flushed out ABN News Bernama 31 March 2013 30 June 2014 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20131228144027/http://news.abnxcess.com/2013/03/lahad-datu-ops-daulat-to-continue-till-all-sulu-militants-are-flushed-out/ 28 December 2013 The total number arrested under SOSMA later decreased to 104, mostly Filipinos who were suspected of having links to Kiram III. These included family members of Kiram III who had entered the state of Sabah using assumed identities.https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/299735/news/nation/malaysian-cops-sultan-kiram-s-kin-among-detainees-in-sabah Malaysian cops: Sultan Kiram's kin among detainees in Sabah Bernama GMA News 17 March 2013 17 March 2013 149 Sulu gunmen were arrested and eight were charged with waging war against the King, a charge that carried the death penalty in Malaysia.Sario Ruben Lee Stephanie 20 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Eight charged with terrorist activities, waging war against King (Updated) http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/20/Lahad-Datu-Eight--charged-with-terrorist-activities-waging-war-against-King-Updated/ 23 March 2013 The StarMedina Andrei del Callar Michaela 20 March 2013 8 Kiram followers face death, life terms in Malaysia for war vs King, terrorism https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/300204/news/nation/8-kiram-followers-face-death-life-terms-in-malaysia-for-war-vs-king-terrorism 23 March 2013 GMA News On 6 August 2013, the Kota Kinabalu High Court convicted Corporal Hassan Ali Basari, a Malaysian Special Branch officer, of intentionally withholding information about the intrusion of Sulu gunmen at Lahad Datu between January and March 2013.Patail Abdul Gani Abdul Gani Patail 18 December 2013 SOSMA 2012: Its Implications on Defence and Security http://midas.mod.gov.my/files/speech/Teks%20Ucapan%20AG%20MIDAS%20TALK%202013.pdf 20 June 2014 Malaysian Institute of Defence and Security 7April 2016 The Malaysian Special Branch is the country's main internal security and domestic intelligence agency. The prosecution successfully argued that Hassan's intention not to inform his superiors resulted in casualties and fatalities on the Malaysian side. Hassan was sentenced to seven years of imprisonment, the maximum permitted jail term.Sario Ruben 6 August 2013 Lahad Datu: SB officer jailed seven years for withholding information on Sulu gunmen https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/08/06/lahad-datu-special-branch-convicted dead https://web.archive.org/web/20130809070938/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/08/06/lahad-datu-special-branch-convicted.aspx 9 August 2013 8 August 2013 The StarInus Kristy 6 August 2013 Cop jailed 7 years for withholding info on Lahad Datu terrorist activities New Straits Times http://www2.nst.com.my/nation/general/cop-jailed-7-years-for-withholding-info-on-lahad-datu-terrorist-activities-1.333722?cache=03%2F7.210662%3Fpage%3D0%3Fpage%3D0%2F7.328210%2F7.471396 dead 8 August 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20140714203029/http://www2.nst.com.my/nation/general/cop-jailed-7-years-for-withholding-info-on-lahad-datu-terrorist-activities-1.333722?cache=03%2F7.210662%3Fpage%3D0%3Fpage%3D0%2F7.328210%2F7.471396 14 July 2014 Burials In 2013 during the ensuing conflict, Malaysian authorities announced that deceased militants would be buried in the state if their bodies were not claimed by their relatives, in compliance with the Geneva Conventions.21 March 2013 Sabah stand-off: 28 dead Sulu gunmen to be buried https://www.asiaone.com/News/AsiaOne+News/Malaysia/Story/A1Story20130321-410169.html dead https://web.archive.org/web/20170202164758/http://news.asiaone.com/News/AsiaOne+News/Malaysia/Story/A1Story20130321-410169.html 2 February 2017 8 August 2013 The Star/Asia News Network AsiaOneSantamaria Carlos 18 March 2013 Kiram followers to be buried in Sabah Rappler https://www.rappler.com/philippines/24043-kiram-followers-buried-sabah/ 8 August 2013 Death of Kiram III On 20 October 2013, Jamalul Kiram III died of multiple organ failure in Simunul, Tawi-Tawi, Philippines.Casauay Angela 20 October 2013 Sulu Sultan Jamalul Kiram III dies https://www.rappler.com/philippines/41779-sulu-sultan-jamalul-kiram-iii-dies/ 21 October 2013 Agence France-Presse Rappler His family stated that they would continue their main objective to reclaim Sabah.Guinto Joel Batino Clarissa 21 October 2013 Sultan Jamalul Kiram III, Who Led Revolt in Malaysia, Dies at 75 https://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-10-20/sulu-s-sultan-kiram-iii-dies-sought-to-restore-reign-over-sabah.html 21 October 2013 Bloomberg The Royal Malaysia Police in Sabah responded by stating that they "would continue to be alert for any intrusion".Echeminada Perseus Calica Aurea Romero Alexis Cordero Abac 21 October 2013 Dying Sulu sultan: Pursue Sabah claim The Philippine Star http://www.philstar.com/headlines/2013/10/21/1247588/dying-sulu-sultan-pursue-sabah-claim 21 October 2013 On 13 January 2015, Agbimuddin Kiram – who led the group to invade Sabah under the instruction of the late Jamalul Kiram III – died of cardiac arrest in Tawi-Tawi where he had been in hiding. Trial thumb|right|The Prison Complex in Kepayan. On 6 January 2014, 30 individuals (27 Filipinos and three Malaysians) were brought to trial and charged with waging war against the King, harbouring terrorists, joining a terrorist group, and recruiting terrorists.de Jesus Juliana Love 2 November 2013 Trial of 27 Filipinos in Sabah standoff to start January Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/89379/trial-of-27-filipinos-in-sabah-standoff-to-start-january 12 May 2014Uy Veronica 27 August 2013 At least 28 allies of Sulu Sultan to face trial in Malaysia in September, DFA source says http://www.interaksyon.com/article/69468/at-least-28-allies-of-sulu-sultan-to-face-trial-in-malaysia-in-september-dfa-source-says dead https://web.archive.org/web/20140512215409/http://www.interaksyon.com/article/69468/at-least-28-allies-of-sulu-sultan-to-face-trial-in-malaysia-in-september-dfa-source-says 12 May 2014 12 May 2014 Inter Aksyon Proceedings began at Kota Kinabalu Central Prison in Kepayan, where the charges were read in English, Malay and Suluk.Rintod Luke 6 January 2014 Sulu invasion trial begins Free Malaysia Today http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2014/01/06/sulu-invasion-trial-begins/ dead 12 May 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140617061834/http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2014/01/06/sulu-invasion-trial-begins/ 17 June 2014 Among those prosecuted were Kiram III's nephew, Datu Amir Bahar Hushin Kiram, who abandoned his men in Tanduo but was caught by Malaysian security forces hiding in the swamps around Semporna.http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/03/25/caught-sulu-commander-confirmed-as-datu-amir-bahar-hushin-kiram/ Caught Sulu commander confirmed as Datu Amir Bahar Hushin Kiram Bernama The Borneo Post 25 March 2013 25 March 2013Reduan Hidir Geraldine Avila 7 January 2014 Lahad Datu intrusion: Group was trying to take Sabah https://www.asiaone.com/malaysia/lahad-datu-intrusion-group-was-trying-take-sabah 20 June 2014 New Straits Times AsiaOneOctober 2024 thumb|left|The high court in Kota Kinabalu. On 5 February 2016, 19 of the 30 were ordered to enter their defence in the High Court of Kota Kinabalu. Justice Stephen Chung made the ruling after finding that the prosecution had succeeded in establishing a prima facie case against them: 16 Filipinos (including one woman) and three local men. Nine of the 16 Filipinos: Atik Hussin Abu Bakar, Basad H. Manuel, Ismail Yasin, Virgilio Nemar Patulada, Mohammad Alam Patulada, Salib Akhmad Emali, Al Wazir Osman, Abdul, Tani Lahaddahi, Julham Rashid and Datu Amir Bahar Hushin Kiram were alleged to have waged war against the King, a capital offence.Ting Russell http://www.theborneopost.com/2016/02/05/court-orders-19-of-30-in-lahad-datu-intrusion-case-to-enter-defence/ Court orders 19 of 30 in Lahad Datu intrusion case to enter defence Bernama The Borneo Post 5 February 2016 5 February 2016 Six Filipinos, Lin Mad Salleh, Holland Kalbi, Habil Suhaili, Timhar Hadir, Aiman Radie and a Malaysian man, Abdul Hadi Mawan were accused of being a member in a terrorist group, which was punishable with life imprisonment and fine. The sole Filipina Norhaida Ibnahi was ordered to enter her defence for allegedly wilfully harbouring individuals she knew to be members of a terrorist group, which was punishable with 20 years to life imprisonment and fine, or both.Geraldine Avila Miwil Olivia 5 February 2016 Nineteen told to submit defence over 2013 Lahad Datu intrusion New Straits Times https://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/02/125864/nineteen-told-submit-defence-over-2013-lahad-datu-intrusion 5 February 2016 Local Mohamad Ali Ahmad and Filipino Basil Samiul were acquitted of waging war and of membership in a terrorist group, but were later charged with soliciting or supporting a terrorist group, to which they pleaded not guilty. The new charge was made after Justice Chung found the prosecution had shown evidence that they had solicited or given support to a terrorist group, punishable with life imprisonment or a fine. Another Malaysian named Pabblo Alie was charged with soliciting support for a terrorist group, an offence punishable with up to 30 years imprisonment and a fine. On 23 February 2016, six of the Filipinos pleaded guilty to being a member of the terrorist group involved in the intrusion: Atik Hussin Abu Bakar, Lin Mad Salleh, Holland Kalbi, Basad H. Manuel, Ismail Yasin and Virgilio Nemar Patulada @ Mohammad Alam Patulada.Andokong Suraini 24 February 2016 Six Sulu gunmen trial accused plead guilty The Borneo Post http://www.theborneopost.com/2016/02/24/six-sulu-gunmen-trial-accused-plead-guilty/ 26 February 2016http://malaysiandigest.com/frontpage/29-4-tile/596443-six-filipinos-plead-guilty-to-being-members-of-lahad-datu-intrusion-terrorist-group.html https://web.archive.org/web/20160224092340/http://malaysiandigest.com/frontpage/29-4-tile/596443-six-filipinos-plead-guilty-to-being-members-of-lahad-datu-intrusion-terrorist-group.html usurped 24 February 2016 Six Filipinos Plead Guilty To Being Members Of Lahad Datu Intrusion Terrorist Group New Straits Times Malaysian Digest 23 February 2016 26 February 2016 Another three, Aiman Radie and Malaysians Pablo Alie and Mohamad Ali Ahmad, all Filipinos, also pleaded guilty.http://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/02/129312/three-more-plead-guilty-lahad-datu-intrusion-case Three more plead guilty in Lahad Datu intrusion case Bernama New Straits Times 24 February 2016 26 February 2016 On 23 April, one of the Filipino accused, Habil Suhaili died from an asthma attack in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. It was reported that he had been ill throughout the trial.http://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2016/04/25/filipino-in-lahad-datu-intrusion-trial-dies/ Filipino in Lahad Datu intrusion trial dies Bernama The Star 25 April 2016 25 April 2016 On 25 July 2016, the court found that nine Filipino militants who led the intrusion could face the death penalty:25 July 2016 Nine Filipino militants may face death in Malaysia https://www.bangkokpost.com/world/1044305/nine-filipino-militants-may-face-death-in-malaysia 26 July 2016 Agence France-Presse Bangkok Post Atik Hussin Abu Bakar, Basad H. Manuel, Ismail Yasin, Virgilio Nemar Patulada, Mohammad Alam Patulada, Salib Akhmad Emali, Al Wazir Osman, Tani Lahaddahi, Julham Rashid and Datu Amir Bahar Hushin Kiram.http://malaysiandigest.com/news/623444-nine-filipinos-sentenced-to-life-over-lahad-datu-intrusion.html https://web.archive.org/web/20160727181719/http://malaysiandigest.com/news/623444-nine-filipinos-sentenced-to-life-over-lahad-datu-intrusion.html usurped 27 July 2016 Nine Filipinos Sentenced To Life Over Lahad Datu Intrusion Bernama Malaysian Digest 26 July 2016 26 July 2016 All were spared by the court and given life sentences instead, as the court found no evidence that they were directly involved in the skirmishes, nor was there proof that they had killed any member of the security force or injured anybody.26 July 2016 Life terms for 9 Filipinos over 2013 Malaysia incursion http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asiapacific/life-terms-for-9/2987776.html https://web.archive.org/web/20160727140804/http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asiapacific/life-terms-for-9/2987776.html 27 July 2016 26 July 2016 Agence France-Presse Channel NewsAsia Others found guilty were local Abdul Hadi Mawan, Filipino Timhar Habil, Habil Suhaili (deceased during trial) and a sole Filipina, Norhaida Ibnahi bringing the total to 13.http://dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=111563 13 Filipinos are found guilty Daily Express 26 July 2016 26 July 2016 On 8 June 2017, following the appeal by prosecutors to upgrade nine of the convicted's life sentences to death penalty, the Malaysian Court of Appeal sentenced them to death.8 June 2017 Malaysia: 9 Filipino militants sentenced to death over incursion https://asiancorrespondent.com/2017/06/malaysian-nine-filipino-militants-sentenced-death-over-incursion/ https://web.archive.org/web/20180414092102/https://asiancorrespondent.com/2017/06/malaysian-nine-filipino-militants-sentenced-death-over-incursion/ 14 April 2018 9 June 2017 Asian Correspondent The judges said the men had meticulously planned the incursion, stating that:Mohd Zawawi Salleh Abdul Rahman Sebli Kamardin Hashim 8 November 2017 PP v. Kadir Uyung & Anor and Other Cases https://efs.kehakiman.gov.my/EFSWeb/DocDownloader.aspx?DocumentID=2c494f44-17bc-48b0-88be-18e642300d97&Inline=true 3 June 2025 Portal eJudgement, Office of the Chief Registrar, Federal Court of Malaysia The nine accused were part of a conspiracy hatched across the border to wage war against the Government of Malaysia and/or the King, with intent to weaken the country from within so that they could reclaim Sabah. [...] In short, this was an attack by a foreign enemy which is unprecedented in Malaysian history. [...] It should therefore attract the ultimate penalty of death. [...] For the foregoing reasons, we allowed the prosecution’s appeal and set aside the sentence of life imprisonment passed by the learned judge and substituted it with the death penalty. Order accordingly. PP v. Kadir Uyung & Anor and Other Cases [2017] 2 SSLR 580 On 15 January 2018, the highest court in Malaysia, the Federal Court rejected their appeal and upheld their death sentence.15 January 2018 Malaysia's highest court upholds death sentence for nine in Lahad Datu intrusion https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysias-highest-court-upholds-death-sentence-for-nine-in-lahad-datu-intrusion 13 May 2021 The Straits Times en After the passing of the Abolition of Mandatory Death Penalty Act 2023 [Act 846] and Revision of Sentence of Death and Imprisonment for Natural Life (Temporary Jurisdiction of the Federal Court) Act 2023 [Act 847], seven of the nine Filipinos who were sentenced to death filed for a review on their death sentence, but their application was unanimously rejected by the Federal Court of Malaysia on 2 October 2024. The two other Filipinos, Ismail Yasin and Salib Akhmad Emali, were unable to apply for a review on their death sentence as they had died in prison.Khairulrijal Rahmat 2 October 2024 Death sentences upheld for seven Filipino terrorists in Lahad Datu case https://www.nst.com.my/news/crime-courts/2024/10/1113754/death-sentences-upheld-seven-filipino-terrorists-lahad-datu-case 2 October 2024 New Straits TimesWan Salleh Ainin 2 October 2024 Apex court rejects Lahad Datu 7's death sentence review https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/10/02/apex-court-rejects-lahad-datu-7s-death-sentence-review/ 2 October 2024 Free Malaysia Today2 October 2024 Lahad Datu Incursion: Federal Court Upholds Death Sentences For Seven Filipinos https://www.bernama.com/en/news.php?id=2346895 2 October 2024 BERNAMA2 October 2024 Final verdict: Federal Court upholds death sentences for seven Filipinos in Lahad Datu incursion case https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2024/10/02/final-verdict-federal-court-upholds-death-sentences-for-seven-filipinos-in-lahad-datu-incursion-case/152330 20 January 2025 Malay Mail BERNAMA Repercussions Refugees of the Philippines thumb|right|Entrance to Kampung Tanduo after its transformation into a Malaysian Army camp and headquarters in 2014. Thousands of Filipinos who had illegally resided in Malaysia, some for decades, were deported following the conflict and ensuing security-related crackdown. Some of these were forced to leave family members behind.https://www.aljazeera.com/video/asia-pacific/2013/03/20133203254428749.html Deported Filipinos forced to leave families Al Jazeera 20 March 2013 20 September 2013 From January to November 2013, a total of nine thousand Filipinos were repatriated from Sabah, a number that increased to over twenty-six thousand during 2014.http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/global-filipino/03/24/14/over-26000-filipino-illegal-migrants-return-sabah Over 26,000 Filipino illegal migrants return from Sabah Jaymalin Mayen The Philippine Star ABS-CBN News 25 March 2014 21 June 2014 1 January 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20150101073056/http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/global-filipino/03/24/14/over-26000-filipino-illegal-migrants-return-sabah dead Many overseas Filipinos who remained subsequently faced discrimination. They became possible targets for retaliation, especially from the local Bornean tribes, because the Malaysian police officers were mainly indigenous Borneans.Saceda Charlie 6 March 2013 Pinoys in Sabah fear retaliation Rappler https://www.rappler.com/philippines/23164-pinoys-in-sabah-fear-retaliation/ live 7 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20151024030440/http://www.rappler.com/nation/23164-pinoys-in-sabah-fear-retaliation 24 October 2015 Further arrests and the killing of more Sulu militants On 22 April 2014, a 57-year-old man in Lahad Datu who claimed to have been given the power to manage the Suluk people in Sabah was arrested for displaying the Sulu Sultanate flag at his home.http://www.theborneopost.com/2014/04/22/utusan-sultan-sulu-diberkas/ 'Utusan Sultan Sulu' diberkas ms The Borneo Post 22 April 2014 30 June 2014http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=89335 Man held for raising flag of Sulu Sultanate Daily Express 23 April 2014 26 June 2014 Later on 25 June, six suspected Sulu terrorists were arrested and their weapons seized in Kunak. Membership cards, appointment letters by the Sulu sultanate, and documents linked to the sultanate were discovered.http://www.therakyatpost.com/news/2014/06/26/maharaja-omar-five-suspected-sulu-terrorists-nabbed-kunak/ 'Maharaja Omar' and five other suspected Sulu terrorists nabbed in Kunak The Rakyat Post 26 June 2014 26 June 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20180616204232/http://www.therakyatpost.com/news/2014/06/26/maharaja-omar-five-suspected-sulu-terrorists-nabbed-kunak/ 16 June 2018 deadhttp://www.thesundaily.my/news/1093731 Cop among six held for terror links The Sun 25 June 2014 26 June 2014 It was later revealed that one of a suspect who was a police corporal, had family ties in the southern Philippines.http://www.newsabahtimes.com.my/nstweb/fullstory/78696 DIGP: Detained police corporal has family ties in southern Philippines New Sabah Times 29 June 2014 29 June 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140629152213/http://www.newsabahtimes.com.my/nstweb/fullstory/78696 29 June 2014 dead These suspects had allegedly drawn up plans to form an "army" of terrorists, with plans to mount another incursion and may have been linked to the recent kidnappings in eastern Sabah.http://www.bernama.com.my/bernama/v7/ge/newsgeneral.php?id=1049647 'Sulu Militants May Be Behind Spate Of Kidnappings In Sabah – Zahid Bernama 26 June 2014 26 June 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140626130516/http://www.bernama.com.my/bernama/v7/ge/newsgeneral.php?id=1049647 26 June 2014 dead On 22 July, three people — a Bajau, a Suluk, and one Filipino illegal immigrant — were held for joining a bid to claim Sabah for the Sulu sultanate. The three were believed to have been recruiting new members.http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/09/11/Three-held-for-joining-bid-to-claim-Sabah-for-Sulu-sultanate/ Three held for joining bid to claim Sabah for Sulu sultanate The Star 11 September 2014 11 September 2014 On 30 October 2014, two men identified as the members of the Sulu militants were shot dead by police in Penampang. Both suspects had committed robberies to raise funds for their activities and tried to recruit new members.http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/10/31/Sulu-army-recruiters-killed-by-cops-in-Penampang/ Two gunned down by cops in Penampang believed to be Sulu army recruiters The Star 31 October 2014 14 September 2014Vanar Muguntan 5 November 2014 Sabah police chief: Penampang robbers were Sulu militants http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/11/05/Sabah-cops-Penampang-RSF/ 14 November 2014 The Star Naturalised locals involvement Naturalisation Project IC On 6 May 2015, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Shahidan Kassim said some locals together with Filipino illegal immigrants had provided information to intruders during the invasion of Lahad Datu and other incidents. He stated: Many locals in the east coast of Sabah originated from the Philippines and, therefore, had family or economic ties with their counterparts there. This [locals] have played a part in the intrusion in the east coast of Sabah, abductions and cross border crimes prior to the establishment of ESSCOM and ESSZONE. As a counter-measure, we will try to instill in their mindset that this is our country where we make our living together, where our children are studying and where their future lies, adding that the effort to defend the country was a collective effort.http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=99512 Some locals involved in Sulu intrusion: Shahidan Daily Express 6 May 2015 6 May 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20150506050029/http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=99512 6 May 2015 dead Economic impacts The 2013 attack affected trade relations, especially with the Philippines side of Tawi-Tawi where most of goods came from Sabah.Casauay Angela 6 March 2013 Tawi-Tawi misses the old Sabah Rappler https://www.rappler.com/philippines/23218-tawi-tawi-misses-the-old-sabah/ live 23 July 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20160513015322/http://www.rappler.com/nation/23218-tawi-tawi-misses-the-old-sabah 13 May 2016 In 2015, the Malaysian police proposed to ban the activities.http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2015/05/18/igp-khalid-police-to-propose-barter-trade-ban-in-sabah/ Police to propose banning barter trade in Sabah The Star 18 May 2015 23 July 2015https://dfa.gov.ph/index.php/newsroom/phl-embassies-and-consulates-news/6333-basilan-officials-urge-closer-mindanao-sabah-relations-expresses-concern-on-proposed-barter-trade-ban Basilan officials urge closer Mindanao-Sabah relations, expresses concern on proposed barter trade ban Department of Foreign Affairs, Philippines 1 June 2015 16 May 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160516043847/https://dfa.gov.ph/index.php/newsroom/phl-embassies-and-consulates-news/6333-basilan-officials-urge-closer-mindanao-sabah-relations-expresses-concern-on-proposed-barter-trade-ban 16 May 2016 dead This was opposed by their Philippine counterparts.Calleja Niña P. 30 May 2015 Proposed ban on barter trade worries Basilan Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/123712/proposed-ban-on-barter-trade-worries-basilan 23 July 2015 The ban came into effect in 2016 with majority support from Sabahan residents.http://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/sabah-closes-eastern-borders-to-stop-kidnapping-menace Sabah closes eastern borders to stop kidnapping menace The Straits Times 7 April 2016 16 May 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160516044223/http://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/sabah-closes-eastern-borders-to-stop-kidnapping-menace 16 May 2016 deadhttp://borneobulletin.com.bn/tawau-residents-support-directive-to-stop-barter-trade-in-sabah/ Tawau residents support directive to stop barter trade in Sabah Bernama Borneo Bulletin 13 April 2016 19 May 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160519053824/http://borneobulletin.com.bn/tawau-residents-support-directive-to-stop-barter-trade-in-sabah/ 19 May 2016 deadLai Nancy Morpi Murib Lajiun Jenne 20 April 2016 Barter trade ban hotly debated The Borneo Post http://www.theborneopost.com/2016/04/20/barter-trade-ban-hotly-debated/ dead 16 May 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160516044011/http://www.theborneopost.com/2016/04/20/barter-trade-ban-hotly-debated/ 16 May 2016 The ban was removed in 2017 following the increase of security from the Filipino side.Colina IV Antonio L. 25 January 2017 Cross border trade between Malaysia and ARMM's island provinces to reopen on Feb. 1 http://www.mindanews.com/top-stories/2017/01/cross-border-trade-between-malaysia-and-armms-island-provinces-to-reopen-on-feb-1/ dead https://web.archive.org/web/20170201050252/http://www.mindanews.com/top-stories/2017/01/cross-border-trade-between-malaysia-and-armms-island-provinces-to-reopen-on-feb-1/ 1 February 2017 11 April 2017 Minda News Despite the return of barter activity, Sabah maintained they would remain cautious on trade.4 June 2017 Sabah trades cautiously with the Philippines due to security situation http://m.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/sabah-trades-cautiously-with-the-philippines-due-to-security-situation https://web.archive.org/web/20210224110005/https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2017/06/04/sabah-trades-cautiously-with-the-philippines-due-to-security-situation/1392127 24 February 2021 6 June 2017 Bernama The Malay Mail Malaysian politician meeting with Jacel Kiram On 9 November 2015, the allegation of political motives towards one of the Malaysian opposition parties behind the incursion was strengthened when the daughter of de facto leader of the Malaysian People's Justice Party (PKR) Nurul Izzah Anwar was seen taking a selfie with Jacel Kiram holding a poster stating "#Release Anwar immediately".Taharumalengam Avineshwaran 19 November 2015 Uproar over Nurul Izzah's photos with daughter of man who ordered Lahad Datu intrusion http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2015/11/19/Nurul-Izzah-Jacel-Kiram-pictures-uproar/ 20 November 2015 The Star Izzah claimed that she and Tian Chua were invited to meet with stakeholders from the Philippines, adding that they also met other Filipino politicians such as Hermilando Mandanas and Regina Reyes.Anand Ram 19 November 2015 Nurul Izzah says meeting with Sulu sultan's daughter arranged by Manila The Malaysian Insider http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/nurul-izzah-says-meeting-with-sulu-sultans-daughter-arranged-by-manila dead 20 November 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20160102032747/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/nurul-izzah-says-meeting-with-sulu-sultans-daughter-arranged-by-manila 2 January 2016 She emphasized her support for Malaysian government initiatives in peace negotiations in southern Philippines, as well defending Sabah's sovereignty as part of the Malaysian federation.Fong Fernando 19 November 2015 Nurul Izzah clears air over controversial photos of her in the Philippines The Rakyat Post http://www.therakyatpost.com/news/2015/11/19/nurul-izzah-clears-the-air-over-controversial-photos-in-the-philippines/ dead 20 November 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20190405065939/http://www.therakyatpost.com/news/2015/11/19/nurul-izzah-clears-the-air-over-controversial-photos-in-the-philippines/ 5 April 2019 Her intention was however still questioned from various Sabahan politicians and residents. One Sabahan politician said:http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=104676 Nurul's explanation fails to appease Sabah leaders Daily Express 23 November 2015 24 November 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20151124022641/http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=104676 24 November 2015 dead As an MP [Member of parliament] in Malaysia, if she was caring for Malaysians and Sabah residents, we would welcome it. But if there is "something deeper" in the meeting, we want her to explain and it should be brought to Parliament.http://english.astroawani.com/malaysia-news/nurul-izzah-princess-jacel-kiram-meeting-questioned-81585 Nurul Izzah-Princess Jacel Kiram meeting questioned Bernama Astro Awani 20 November 2015 20 November 2015 20 November 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20151120151342/http://english.astroawani.com/malaysia-news/nurul-izzah-princess-jacel-kiram-meeting-questioned-81585 dead The Malaysian government considered referring Izzah to the Parliament to assess the possibility of an illicit deal.Sivandam Hemananthani Damodaran Kanyakumari 19 November 2015 Govt considers referring Nurul Izzah to Parliament over meeting with Jacel Kiram https://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2015/11/19/Nurul-Izzah-Azalina-Jacel-Kiram/ 20 November 2015 The Star She was banned from entering the states of Sabah and neighbouring Sarawak on the grounds of failing to show sensitivity.Ji Yu 7 December 2015 Nurul Izzah banned from Sarawak because of photo with Jacel Kiram https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2015/12/07/sarawak-nurul-izzah-ban-jacel-kiram/ 20 November 2015 The Star On 22 November 2015, Izzah filed a defamation lawsuit against Malaysian Inspector Police Chief Khalid Abu Bakar and Rural and Regional Development Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob. On 18 April 2018, Izzah won the case and they were ordered to pay Izzah RM1 million for all the damages made towards her reputation.Kwan Ling 18 April 2018 Nurul Izzah to Get RM1 Million From Ex-IGP Khalid and Ismail Sabri for Being Defamed https://www.worldofbuzz.com/nurul-izzah-to-get-rm1-million-from-ex-igp-khalid-and-ismail-sabri-for-being-defamed/ 15 May 2018 World of Buzz Sulu militants arms discovery On 4 January 2016, a team of 15-General Operations Force (GOF) members led by two officers discovered a weapons cache comprising two M14 rifles, one Uzi machine pistol, three Colt .45 pistols, one revolver, a pair of handcuffs and 173 bullets of different calibres in Lahad Datu following a tip from local villagers while the team was conducting an operation in the area. The weapons were believed to have been buried by surviving militants before they fled back to the Philippines.http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=105606 Arms buried at invasion site Daily Express 6 January 2016 6 January 2016 Honours thumb|right| Malaysian officers pay their respects to fallen comrades, Privates Ahmad Hurairah Ismail and Ahmad Farhan Ruslan, at Subang Air Force Base. On 11 August 2017, the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) held the 'Daulat Feb 2013' Battle Honour parade and award presentation ceremony at the Merdeka Square, Kota Kinabalu to honour the soldiers who died in the line of duty. The award was bestowed on 24 teams for their sincerity, efficiency and perseverance.https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2017/08/266781/thousands-gather-kota-kinabalu-honour-heroes-lahad-datu-intrusion Thousands gather in Kota Kinabalu to honour heroes of Lahad Datu intrusion Avila Geraldine New Straits Times 11 August 2017 23 September 2017 Defence Minister Hishammuddin Hussein presented the 'Pingat Kedaulatan Negara' (PKN) to 61 MAF officers and personnel.Chin http://www.theborneopost.com/2017/08/13/battle-honours-awarded-in-appreciation-of-ops-daulat-heroes/ Battle honours awarded in appreciation of 'Ops Daulat' heroes Bernama The Borneo Post 13 August 2017 23 September 2017 Reactions Supranational bodies United Nations – UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called for an end to the conflict. He urged all sides to engage in dialogue to resolve the situation peacefully.https://www.un.org/sg/statements/index.asp?nid=6638 Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on Sabah, Malaysia United Nations 6 March 2013 7 March 2013 On 8 March 2013, Ban met with Hussein Haniff, the Malaysian Permanent Representative to the United Nations on the conflict. A statement from the UN Secretariat said that the Secretary-General "reiterated his hope that the situation will be resolved as soon as possible and that efforts will continue to be made to ensure that human rights will be respected and loss of life will be prevented."https://www.un.org/sg/offthecuff/index.asp?nid=2737 Readout of the Secretary-General's meeting with H.E. Mr. Hussein Haniff, Permanent Representative of Malaysia to the United Nations United Nations 8 March 2013 9 March 2013 States Brunei – The Major General of Royal Brunei Armed Forces Aminuddin Ihsan conveyed his hope that the Sabah crisis would be resolved peacefully.Kamit Rabiatul 21 March 2013 Sulu conflict 'under control' ASEAN peacekeepers not needed at present The Brunei Times http://www.bt.com.bn/2013/03/21/sulu-conflict-under-controlasean-peacekeepers-not-needed-present usurped 22 March 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160306193712/http://www.bt.com.bn/2013/03/21/sulu-conflict-under-controlasean-peacekeepers-not-needed-present 6 March 2016 Indonesia – President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono urged a diplomatic solution. He said "I will pursue a diplomatic approach in the near future, because it's bad (if the incident prolongs). (But) it does not mean that Indonesia will intervene in Malaysia's internal affairs."http://news.abnxcess.com/2013/03/indonesian-president-susilo-wants-diplomatic-solution-to-lahad-datu-crisis/ https://archive.today/20140114072732/http://news.abnxcess.com/2013/03/indonesian-president-susilo-wants-diplomatic-solution-to-lahad-datu-crisis/ dead 14 January 2014 Indonesian president Susilo urges diplomatic solution to Lahad Datu crisis ABN News 19 March 2013 14 January 2014 United States – US Ambassador to the Philippines Harry K. Thomas, Jr. said that Manila and Kuala Lumpur have the ability "to work this out in a peaceful manner, according to international norms." He also added that if the two governments would sit down and talk, the standoff could be resolved without bloodshed.Alipala Julie Rosauro Ryan 23 February 2013 US stays clear of Sabah row Philippine Daily Inquirer http://globalnation.inquirer.net/65309/us-stays-clear-of-sabah-row 25 February 2013 The United States welcomed the signing of the Bangsamoro Framework Agreement.Mabasa Roy 16 October 2012 US Hails Peace Deal https://ph.news.yahoo.com/us-hails-peace-deal-114242622.html https://web.archive.org/web/20220422234239/https://ph.news.yahoo.com/us-hails-peace-deal-114242622.html 22 April 2022 25 February 2013 Manila Bulletin Yahoo! News Non-state actors Other claimants to the Sultanate: Bandeira Sulu.svg Muedzul Lail Tan Kiram decried the actions of his relatives and what he claimed are "false pretenders to the throne"http://www.prlog.org/12080731-statement-from-ampun-muedzul-lail-tan-kiram-35th-sultan-of-sulu.html Statement from Ampun Muedzul-Lail Tan Kiram, 35th Sultan of Sulu PRLog 15 February 2013 21 February 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20160308181540/https://www.prlog.org/12080731-statement-from-ampun-muedzul-lail-tan-kiram-35th-sultan-of-sulu.html 8 March 2016 deadhttp://www.malaysiakini.tv/video/24983/multiple-sultans-of-sulu-making-claims-for-sabah.html Multiple Sultans of Sulu making claims for Sabah 21 February 2013 Naidu Sumisha video Malaysiakini 1:15 26 February 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130224014149/http://www.malaysiakini.tv/video/24983/multiple-sultans-of-sulu-making-claims-for-sabah.html 24 February 2013 dead Fuad Kiram expressed his disapproval of the actions of cousin Kiram III. He said he wants the retaking of Sabah done "by peaceful means and by peaceful coexistence with others." He offered his prayers for the safety of the people who are in Lahad Datu.http://borneoinsider.com/2013/02/24/govt-recognized-sultan-of-sulu-fuad-kiram-asks-for-sobriety-prayers-for-peace-on-standoff/ https://web.archive.org/web/20150210123800/http://borneoinsider.com/2013/02/24/govt-recognized-sultan-of-sulu-fuad-kiram-asks-for-sobriety-prayers-for-peace-on-standoff/ dead 10 February 2015 Govt-recognized Sultan of Sulu, Fuad Kiram, asks for sobriety, prayers for peace on standoff The Borneo Insider 24 February 2013 26 February 2013 Abdul Rajak Aliuddin opposed the claims of Kiram III and his supporters, stating that his own family "is the rightful owner of the throne." He claimed to be the sixth Sultan of North Borneo.http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/21/nation/12737830 https://archive.today/20130413161656/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2013/2/21/nation/12737830 dead 13 April 2013 Businessman: I am the Sultan of North Borneo The Star 21 February 2013 26 February 2013 Mohd Akjan Ali Muhammad called on all the Suluk people in Sabah to avoid the conflict. He stressed that he is the rightful heir to the Sulu Sultanate and remind all the Suluks community that they are Malaysian citizens and have no links with the intruders from the Philippines.http://www.asianewsnet.net/Suluk-leader-Over-my-dead-body-Ill-allow-Filipinos-43823.html Suluk leader: 'Over my dead body I'll allow Filipinos to claim Sabah' ANN The Star 11 March 2013 20 June 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20130322014020/http://asianewsnet.net/Suluk-leader-Over-my-dead-body-Ill-allow-Filipinos-43823.html 22 March 2013 usurped The International Union of Socialist Youth (IUSY) in its 2013 World Council called for a consultative process to resolve the conflict, and supported the self-determination rights of Sabahans.https://iusy.org/en/component/content/article/13-presidium/291-iusy-world-council-2013 IUSY World Council 2013 IUSY 16 May 2013 https://archive.today/20130616041221/https://iusy.org/en/component/content/article/13-presidium/291-iusy-world-council-2013 16 June 2013 dead Flag of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.svg Moro Islamic Liberation Front – Its chairman, Murad Ibrahim, asserted that MILF was not involved with the conflict. He mentioned that the issue was a matter to be resolved by the Kuala Lumpur and Manila authorities.7 March 2013 Lahad Datu: We are not involved, says MILF https://www.google.com/search?q=%22Lahad+Datu%3A+We+are+not+involved%2C+says+MILF%22 live https://web.archive.org/web/20130921060349/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/07/Lahad-Datu-We-are-not-involved-says-MILF.aspx 21 September 2013 20 September 2013 The Star Murad urged Moro refugees and immigrants in Sabah to return to their homes in the Philippines.http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/01/21/moro-refugees-immigrants-in-sabah-should-return-develop-homeland-kurup/ Moro refugees, immigrants in Sabah should return, develop homeland — Kurup Bernama The Borneo Post 21 January 2013 20 September 2013 MNLF flag.svg Moro National Liberation Front: (Muslimin Sema's faction) – The MNLF under Muslimin Sema condemned the incursions of the Sulu militants. "We (MNLF) do not support with what is happening in Sabah (the intrusion and the violent acts of the terrorists). We disapprove it. The incidents in Sabah are done to drive a wedge between our peoples." Sema said. "The incidents are also to break the bond between Sabah and the southern Philippines, as well as between Malaysia and Philippines. They want to destroy the bond (between the two peoples)", he added.http://borneoinsider.com/2013/03/07/mnlf-condemns-terrorist-acts-in-east-sabah/ https://web.archive.org/web/20130921060353/http://borneoinsider.com/2013/03/07/mnlf-condemns-terrorist-acts-in-east-sabah/ dead 21 September 2013 MNLF condemns terrorist acts in east Sabah The Borneo Insider 7 March 2013 20 September 2013 (Nur Misuari faction) – The MNLF under Nur Misuari, a Kiram III ally, expressed support of the Sultanate's claim on Sabah.El Sen Teoh 14 March 2013 MNLF supports Sulu claim, says Nur Misuari faction http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/mnlf-supports-sulu-claim-says-nur-misuari-faction-9877 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20140705095938/http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/mnlf-supports-sulu-claim-says-nur-misuari-faction-9877 5 July 2014 13 June 2014 Astro Awani20 March 2013 Lahad Datu: Nur Misuari told not to take advantage of Sabah situation https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2013/03/20/lahad-datu-nur-misuari-told-not-to-take-advantage-of-sabah-situation live https://web.archive.org/web/20140317175943/http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2013/03/20/Lahad-Datu-Nur-Misuari-told-not-to-take-advantage-of-Sabah-situation.aspx/ 17 March 2014 13 June 2014 The Star Known casualties List of killed in action (KIA) Police List of Malaysian police officers killed in the line of duty Name Age Action Medal (posthumous) Operators of 69 Commando of Pasukan Gerakan KhasInspector G/17992 Zulkifli Bin Mamat 29 Killed on the first battle at Kampung Tanduo when the terrorist suddenly shot him at point blank range 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara） Posthumous promotion rank of ASPCorporal 113088 Sabaruddin Bin Daud 47 Killed on the first battle at Kampung Tanduo 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara Posthumous promotion rank of Sergeant Special police agents of the Special Branch of Royal Malaysia PoliceSuperintendent G/10768 Ibrahim Bin Lebar 52 Killed on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of ACPASP G/15053 Michael Anak Padel 36 Killed on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of DSPD/SGT 110204 Baharin Bin Hamit 49 Killed on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of Sergeant Major Policemen of the 14th Battalion, General Operations Force of Royal Malaysia PoliceSGT 124082 Abd Aziz Bin Sarikon 48 Killed on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of Sergeant MajorLance Corporal 160475 Mohd Azrul Bin Tukiran 27 Killed on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of Corporal Policemen of the Tawau Police District HeadquartersSupport Corporal S/12675 Salam Bin Togiran 42 Killed on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of Support Sergeant Army Name Age Action Medal Soldiers of the Royal Malay Regiment of Malaysian ArmyPrivate Ahmad Hurairah Bin Ismail 24 Killed by an enemy sniper during Ops Daulat 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of CorporalPrivate Ahmad Farhan Bin Ruslan – Mortally wounded in a traffic accident near Bandar Cenderawasih, Felda Sahabat 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara) Posthumous promotion rank of Corporal List of casualties in action Name Age Action Medal Operators of 69 Commando of Pasukan Gerakan KhasCorporal Mohd Tarmizi Bin Hashim Late 30's - 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani) 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara）Corporal Azman Bin Ampong - Injured at leg on the first battle at Kampung Tanduo 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara）Constable Mohamed Qaiyum Aiqal Bin Zolkifli 23 Injured on the first battle at Kampung Tanduo 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani) 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara） currently as Corporal Special police agents of the Special Branch of Royal Malaysia PoliceASP Hasnal Bin Jamil 30 Injured on the ambush at Semporna 100px Star of the Commander of Valour (Malay: Panglima Gagah Berani） 100px State of Kedah Star of Valour (Malay: Bintang Keberanian Kedah) 100px National Sovereignty Medal (Malay:Pingat Kedaulatan Negara） See also 1985 Lahad Datu ambush 2013 Zamboanga City crisis Anti-Filipino sentiment in Sabah History of Sabah Malaysia Philippines Further reading A year after: Lahad Datu intrusion revisited (Storify link) The Star Section: "Suluk" Invasion of Eastern Sabah Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (2335-6677) The Royal Army of Sulu Invades Malaysia Center for Strategic and International Studies References 30em http://www.interaksyon.com/article/59091/sulu-governor-no-mnlf-rescue-mission-for-filipinos-in-sabah Sulu Governor: No MNLF rescue mission for Filipinos in Sabah Abigail C. Kwok Inter Aksyon 10 April 2013 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20141107183628/http://www.interaksyon.com/article/59091/sulu-governor-no-mnlf-rescue-mission-for-filipinos-in-sabah 7 November 2014 11 October 2013 http://www.astroawani.com/videos/show/buletin-awani/kronologi-pencerobohon-lahad-datu-25523 Kronologi pencerobohon Lahad Datu ms video 1:20 Astro Awani 15 February 2014 27 February 2014 2 March 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140302221625/http://www.astroawani.com/videos/show/buletin-awani/kronologi-pencerobohon-lahad-datu-25523 dead Notes Articles related to 2013 Lahad Datu standoff Category:Wars involving Malaysia Category:2013 in international relations Category:2013 in Malaysia Category:2013 in the Philippines Category:2013 conflicts Category:2013 murders in Malaysia Category:Diplomatic incidents Category:History of Sabah Category:Malaysia–Philippines relations Category:Terrorist incidents in Asia in 2013 Category:Military operations involving Malaysia Category:Operations involving special forces of Malaysia Category:Politics of Sabah Category:Terrorist incidents in Malaysia Category:Malaysian police officers killed in the line of duty Category:February 2013 in Asia Category:March 2013 in Asia Category:Terrorist incidents in Malaysia in 2013 Category:Benigno Aquino III administration controversies Category:Armed standoffs in Asia Category:Ambushes in Malaysia