Malaysia starts sending back Rohingya refugees in the first phase.
They publishedMalaysia begins sending back Rohingya refugees despite safety warnings
29 Sept, 07:00ZMalaysia begins return of 1,476 Myanmar nationals to Myanmar
29 Sept, 10:26ZMalaysia begins phase one repatriation of Myanmar migrants
First reportSouth China Morning Post · 29 Sept, 07:00Z
Latest reportDW · 29 Sept, 10:26Z
Span3 hours · 1.5h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
Malaysia has begun sending back Rohingya refugees in the first phase of returns.
Why
The move directly affects Rohingya refugees currently in Malaysia.
Watch
Further return phases and additional details from Malaysian authorities.
Coverage over time
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South China Morning Post has filed the most reports; South China Morning Post moved first. Each line is one outlet's running total — where lines rise together, the story is being told in parallel.
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Perspective mix: 1 center-left · 2 center.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- Malaysia launched an operation to repatriate 1,476 Myanmar nationals on Tuesday.
- The group is part of a promised 5,000 people under a government deal.
- Returnees are transported by buses and ships, with security escort present.
- UNHCR notes it was not involved; questions remain about safety and voluntariness.
- Rights groups warn of risks including forced conscription and lack of safeguards.
Summary
- Malaysia starts the first phase of repatriation to Myanmar involving up to 1,476 people identified by Myanmar authorities.
- Buses with security escort transport migrants to Lumut naval base for transfer to boats.
- UNHCR warns returns may not be safe and sustainable; they were not involved in the agreements.
- Rohingya Muslims comprise roughly two-thirds of Myanmar refugees in Malaysia, around 193,000.
- The plan aims to send as many as 5,000 people back despite concerns over security and voluntary nature.